Updated December 26, 2025
General Atomics MQ-1 Predator
The MQ-1 Predator is the pioneering medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aircraft system that established the modern military drone paradigm. It revolutionized reconnaissance and precision strike capabilities for military operations worldwide.
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Price
$8,000,000.00
Market price
Weight
589,670 g
Total weight including battery
Flight Time
840 mins
Average flight time in normal conditions
Wind Resistance
5/12
Ability to handle wind conditions
Maximum Wind Speed
20 mph
Maximum recommended wind speed
Maximum Altitude
7,620 m
Maximum operating altitude
Temperature Range
-30°C to 45°C
Operating temperature range
Range
1,105 m
Maximum transmission range
Performance Analysis
Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
100/100
Grade: F
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
1.4 min/kg
C
14/100Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
80/100
B
80/100Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
100/100
A
100/100Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
100/100
A
100/100Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
0/100
D
0/100Payload Capacity
Weight carrying capability
100/100
A
100/100Weather Versatility
Performance across conditions
100/100
A
100/100Maneuverability
Agility & control precision
33/100
D
33/100Performance Insights(4 insights)
✓ 2 strengths! 1 areas to consider→ 1 recommendations
- ✓Exceptional overall performance score in the top 5% of drones
- !Consider upgrading to higher capacity batteries for better flight time
- →Heavy weight requires careful flight planning and may need transport equipment
- ✓Cold weather capable - can operate in freezing temperatures