AQM-34 Lightning Bug vs Geran-2
Overview
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug and the Geran-2 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Ryan and IEMZ Kupol respectively.
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug has an operational range of 1,900 km vs 2,500 km for the Geran-2.
Unit cost is $0.16M for the AQM-34 Lightning Bug vs $0.03M for the Geran-2.
| American jet-powered reconnaissance drone, developed in the early 1960s, extensively deployed during the Vietnam War for photographic and electronic intelligence gathering. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Ryan |
| First flight | 1 January 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $160K |
| Russian-produced version of the Iranian Shahed-136 one-way attack drone, built at the Alabuga (Yelabuga) plant and used at scale against Ukraine since 2022. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IEMZ Kupol |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2022 |
| Number produced | 26000 units |
| Average unit price | $30K |
| Wingspan | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 871 kgf ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 240 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 1,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Geran-2?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug entered service first in 1962, 60 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.