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FQ-44 Fury vs YFQ-48 Talon Blue

Overview

The FQ-44 Fury and the YFQ-48 Talon Blue are both Military Drones, manufactured by Anduril and Northrop Grumman respectively.

American jet-powered collaborative combat aircraft developed by Anduril Industries, selected by the U.S. Air Force to fly air-to-air missions alongside crewed fighters under the CCA program.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Anduril
First flight 31 October 2025
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Number produced N/A
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American unmanned combat aerial vehicle developed by Northrop Grumman for Increment II of the U.S. Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft program as an autonomous fighter escort.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight --
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 5.2 m
Length 6.1 m
Maximum speed 1010 km/h
Service ceiling 15,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,268 kg
Total thrust 1 x 18 kN β—‰
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Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FQ-44 Fury or YFQ-48 Talon Blue?
The FQ-44 Fury is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the YFQ-48 Talon Blue's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,010 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the FQ-44 Fury or YFQ-48 Talon Blue?
The FQ-44 Fury has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the YFQ-48 Talon Blue's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FQ-44 Fury or YFQ-48 Talon Blue?
The FQ-44 Fury has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,268 kg compared to the YFQ-48 Talon Blue's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FQ-44 Fury or YFQ-48 Talon Blue?
The FQ-44 Fury is longer at 6.1 meters compared to the YFQ-48 Talon Blue's 0.0 meters.