MQ-1 Predator vs Searcher
American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
Origin country | ๐บ๐ธ United States |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | General Atomics |
First flight | 3 July 1994 |
Year of introduction | 1995 |
Number produced | 360 units |
Average unit price | $4 million |
Israeli drone, renowned for employment in reconnaissance and surveillance, notable for substantial service record since 1990s. | |
Origin country | ๐ฎ๐ฑ Israel |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | IAI |
First flight | -- |
Year of introduction | 1992 |
Number produced | units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wingspan | 14.8 m โ |
Length | 8.2 m โ |
Maximum speed | 217 km/h โ |
Operational range | 740 km โ |
Service ceiling | 7,620 m โ |
Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg โ |
Empty weight | 512 kg |
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Wingspan | 8.6 m โ |
Length | 5.9 m โ |
Maximum speed | 200 km/h โ |
Operational range | 300 km โ |
Service ceiling | 6,100 m โ |
Max. takeoff weight | 436 kg โ |
Empty weight | -- kg |