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CH-3 Rainbow vs Shahed 136

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
CH-3 Rainbow Shahed 136
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer CASC HESA
First flight 1 January 2007 1 January 2021
Year introduced -- 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price $1 million $193K
Wingspan -- m 2.5 m
Length -- m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range -- km 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CH-3 Rainbow or Shahed 136?
The CH-3 Rainbow is more expensive at approximately $1.0 million per unit compared to the Shahed 136 at $0.2 million.