CH-5 Rainbow vs Eitan (Heron TP)

Chinese combat drone extensively deployed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CASC
First flight 1 August 2015
Year of introduction 2015
Number produced units
Average unit price $5 million
Israeli large unmanned combat aerial vehicle, deployed from 2010, known for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat roles globally.
Picture of Eitan (Heron TP)
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 January 2004
Year of introduction 2010
Number produced units
Average unit price $-- million
Wingspan 21.0 m â—‰
Length -- m
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,000 km
Service ceiling 9,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 26.0 m â—‰
Length 14.0 m
Maximum speed 370 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 12,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,650 kg

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Photo of Eitan (Heron TP) by IAI.