RQ-170 Sentinel vs Taranis
Overview
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the Taranis are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,192 m for the Taranis.
Unit cost is $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel vs $220M for the Taranis. The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 8 years before the Taranis (2005 vs 2013).
| 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 |
| British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| First flight | 10 August 2013 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $220 million |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Taranis?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Taranis's 12,192 meters (40,000 ft).
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Taranis?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is longer at 4.8 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Taranis?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel at $6.0 million.