Taranis vs XQ-58 Valkyrie
| British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| First flight | 10 August 2013 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $220 million |
| American experimental stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, designed to serve as a loyal wingman for manned fighter aircraft. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Kratos |
| First flight | 5 March 2019 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1048 km/h |
| Operational range | 5,600 km |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,722 kg |
| Empty weight | 1,134 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is faster with a maximum speed of 1,048 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,048 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a longer range at 5,600 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a higher service ceiling at 14,000 meters (45,931 ft) compared to the Taranis's 12,192 meters (40,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,722 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie at $4.0 million.