MQ-9 Reaper
Predator-B Hunter-Killer UAV
General Atomics / USA

Predator B currently in final development and testing, will overcome most of the difficulties encountered with the Predator. With an operational ceiling of 50,000ft, and higher cruising speed, this UAV will be able to cover a larger area, under all weather conditions. The aircraft is powered by a single Honeywell TP331-10 engine, producing 950 shp, provides a maximum airspeed of 260 kts and a cruise speed for maximum endurance of 150-170 kts.

Capable of carrying maximum internal payload of 800 lbs, it will carry more advanced sensors at weight almost twice as the MQ-1. Furthermore, The Reaper can carry much more external stores, up to 3,000 pounds total – 1,500 on each of its two inboard weapons stations, or 500-600 lb. on the two middle stations and 150-200 lbs. on the outboard stations. In total, the aircraft can carry up to 14 Hellfire missiles, compared with two carried on the Predator. The Reaper can stay airborne for up to 14 hours fully loaded.