MQ-1 Predator vs MQ-9 Reaper
American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
Origin country | πΊπΈ United States |
Category | Military Drone |
Manufacturer | General Atomics |
First flight | 3 July 1994 |
Year of introduction | 1995 |
Number produced | 360 units |
Average unit price | $4 million |
American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
Origin country | πΊπΈ United States |
Category | Military Drone |
Manufacturer | General Atomics |
First flight | 1 February 2001 |
Year of introduction | 2007 |
Number produced | 300 units |
Average unit price | $30 million |
Wingspan | 14.8 m β |
Length | 8.2 m β |
Maximum speed | 217 km/h β |
Operational range | 740 km β |
Service ceiling | 7,620 m β |
Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg β |
Empty weight | 512 kg β |
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