YFQ-44A Fury vs XQ-58 Valkyrie
Fury and Valkyrie both appear in discussions of collaborative uncrewed aviation, but their development roles and integration histories differ. A comparison should distinguish a named program requirement from experiments with payloads, autonomy and launch or recovery concepts.
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Specifications side by side
| Specification | YFQ-44A Fury | XQ-58 Valkyrie |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems | Kratos |
| Country of origin | United States | USA |
| Mission role | Collaborative Combat / Air-to-Air / Strike / EW | Loyal Wingman / Strike |
| Year introduced | 2024 | 2019 |
| Length | 13.5 m | 8.8 m |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m | 6.7 m |
| Height | 3.1 m | 1.8 m |
| Maximum speed | Mach 1.4+ | 1,050 km/h |
| Published range | 700+ nm | 5,556 km |
| Endurance | 6+ hours | 6+ hours |
| Service ceiling | 50,000 ft | 13,700 m |
| Payload | 900 kg (internal bay) | 272 kg |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 2,722 kg |
| Armament | 2–4 AIM-120 AMRAAM or GBU-53/B StormBreaker in internal bay; electronic warfare payload option | Small diameter bombs, AIM-120 AMRAAM (internal bay) |
Figures below come from the linked DroneStrike profiles and retain their configuration qualifiers. Maximum speed, range, endurance and payload are separate published figures, not a single achievable mission configuration. Range is not necessarily combat radius or datalink reach. Missing information is not zero, and a larger figure does not establish combat effectiveness.
The comparison that matters
Use the aircraft and software configuration actually tested. Demonstrating one payload on Valkyrie is not evidence of an identical Fury capability, and a program selection is not a universal measure of readiness or effectiveness. Keep unknown performance out of numerical rankings.
Understanding YFQ-44A Fury
YFQ-44A Fury is an Anduril collaborative combat-aircraft development. Its role is best understood through program requirements and demonstrated mission-system integration, not through unverified comparisons of classified or unpublished performance.
Separate aircraft development milestones, software trials and future procurement intentions from confirmed fielded capabilities.
Understanding XQ-58 Valkyrie
Valkyrie is an uncrewed jet associated with experimentation in collaborative operations, payloads and less conventional basing concepts. The X designation and test context matter when comparing it with an operational service aircraft.
Do not turn a payload demonstration or autonomy experiment into a claim that every proposed combat role is fielded.
How to read the specification table
The table compares the named YFQ-44A Fury and XQ-58 Valkyrie catalog records, not an artificial combination of every advertised upgrade. Values are reproduced with their existing units and qualifications. Where figures describe different missions or payload types, treat them as context rather than calculating an unsupported performance advantage.
A published maximum is not necessarily achievable alongside every other maximum. Endurance may change with equipment, flight or sea conditions and transit requirements; a range figure may describe a different constraint from datalink reach. Unknown specifications remain unknown. For development programs and limited-disclosure systems, an intended capability must stay distinct from a completed trial or operational service.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between YFQ-44A Fury and XQ-58 Valkyrie?
Fury and Valkyrie both appear in discussions of collaborative uncrewed aviation, but their development roles and integration histories differ. A comparison should distinguish a named program requirement from experiments with payloads, autonomy and launch or recovery concepts.
Can the headline specifications establish a winner?
No. The mission, actual configuration, supported force and quality of evidence determine what the figures mean. Maximum speed, endurance and payload alone do not establish combat effectiveness, survivability or equal intelligence collection.
Where can I verify the versions and figures used here?
Follow the YFQ-44A Fury and XQ-58 Valkyrie profile links for full descriptions, timelines and any listed source references. This guide preserves the catalog's uncertainty labels rather than presenting unpublished or weakly sourced figures as independently verified facts.
Sources and further reading
- YFQ-44A Fury: full catalog profile, timeline and source notes
- XQ-58 Valkyrie: full catalog profile, timeline and source notes
Specifications are drawn from the linked catalog profiles. Source dates and aircraft configurations may differ; see the individual profiles for their timelines and qualifications.