MQ-9 Reaper vs Aarok

American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
French armed MALE drone, still in prototype stage.
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Drone
Manufacturer Turgis & Gaillard
First flight 1 January 2023
Year of introduction --
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price $7.5 million
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Length 11.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h
Operational range 1,850 km
Service ceiling 15,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,223 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x None β—‰
3-view profile of MQ-9 Reaper
Wingspan 22.0 m β—‰
Length 14.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range None km
Service ceiling 9,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,400 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 560 kW β—‰

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