RQ-170 Sentinel vs X-47B
Overview
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the X-47B are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,800 m for the X-47B.
Unit cost is $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel vs $406.5M for the X-47B. The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 6 years before the X-47B (2005 vs 2011).
| American stealth drone, prominently used in intelligence collection operations, notable during the late 2000s into the 2010s. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| American unmanned combat aerial vehicle demonstrator, developed in the early 21st century for carrier-based operations and semi-autonomous flight. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 4 February 2011 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $406.5 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wing area | 88.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1102 km/h |
| Operational range | 3,900 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,185 kg |
| Empty weight | 13,080 kg |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The X-47B is faster with a maximum speed of 1,102 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,102 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The X-47B has a longer range at 3,900 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the X-47B's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,185 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The X-47B is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-170 Sentinel or X-47B?
The X-47B is more expensive at approximately $406 million per unit compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel at $6.0 million.