MQ-8 Fire Scout vs MQ-9 Reaper
US unmanned helicopter drone, utilized predominantly in reconnaissance and target acquisition in Afghanistan and Libya war zones. | |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
First flight | 1 January 2002 |
Year introduced | 2009 |
Number produced | 40 units |
Average unit price | $18 million |
American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | General Atomics |
First flight | 1 February 2001 |
Year introduced | 2007 |
Number produced | 300 units |
Average unit price | $30 million |
Wingspan | 9.8 m ◉ |
Length | 7.3 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | 230 km/h ◉ |
Operational range | 110 km ◉ |
Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 1,450 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | -- kg |