MQ-9 Reaper vs Wing Loong II

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
Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations.
Picture of Wing Loong II
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Drone
Manufacturer CAIG / CASC
First flight 1 February 2017
Year of introduction 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Length 11.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,850 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,223 kg
3-view profile of MQ-9 Reaper
Wingspan 20.5 m β—‰
Length 11.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,500 km β—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,200 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Wing Loong II by Weibo.