Golden Eagle vs Red-tailed Hawk
Who would win?
Golden Eagle toss-up
| Golden Eagle | Red-tailed Hawk | |
|---|---|---|
| 53.2 | Power index | 52.3 |
| B | Tier | B |
| #93 | Rank | #105 |
| 5 kg | Weight | 1.2 kg |
| 82 cm | Length | 58 cm |
| — | Height | — |
| — | Top speed | — |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 25 years | Lifespan | 20 years |
Golden Eagle wins this matchup 52% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from attack (40 vs 35). Its power index is 53.2 against 52.3 for the Red-tailed Hawk.
Size matters here: a typical adult Golden Eagle weighs about 5 kg (11 lb), roughly 4.2× the Red-tailed Hawk's 1.2 kg.
The Red-tailed Hawk's best chance is its special (74 vs 70), plus abilities like Skyline Targeting and Talon Drop. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, Golden Eagle or Red-tailed Hawk?
Golden Eagle. Golden Eagle wins this matchup 52% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from attack (40 vs 35). Its power index is 53.2 against 52.3 for the Red-tailed Hawk.
Which is bigger, the Golden Eagle or the Red-tailed Hawk?
The Golden Eagle (5 kg) is heavier than the Red-tailed Hawk (1.2 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the Red-tailed Hawk is more agile (90 vs 88).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works