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AQ-400 Scythe vs Shahed 131

AQ-400 Scythe vs Shahed 131 at a glance — top speed 200 vs 185 km/h, range 750 vs 900 km, max takeoff weight 100 vs 135 kg.

Specifications
AQ-400 Scythe Shahed 131
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Terminal Autonomy HESA
First flight 1 January 2023 --
Year introduced 2023 2022
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $15K $20K
Wingspan 2.3 m 2.2 m
Length -- m 2.6 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 750 km 900 km
Service ceiling 3,000 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 100 kg 135 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 38 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AQ-400 Scythe or Shahed 131?
The AQ-400 Scythe is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Shahed 131's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AQ-400 Scythe or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the AQ-400 Scythe's 750 km.
Which is heavier, the AQ-400 Scythe or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the AQ-400 Scythe's 100 kg.
Which is more expensive, the AQ-400 Scythe or Shahed 131?
Both the AQ-400 Scythe and Shahed 131 cost approximately $0.0 million per unit.
Which entered service first, the AQ-400 Scythe or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 1 years before the AQ-400 Scythe which entered service in 2023.