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Eitan (Heron TP) vs Shahed 136

Eitan (Heron TP) vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 407 vs 185 km/h, range 7,400 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 5,670 vs 200 kg.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Eitan (Heron TP) Shahed 136
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI HESA
First flight 1 January 2004 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2010 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 26.0 m 2.5 m
Length 14.0 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 407 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 7,400 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 12,500 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg 200 kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg -- kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the Shahed 136's 185 km/h, a difference of 222 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Shahed 136's 2,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Shahed 136's 200 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Shahed 136's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed 136?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 11 years before the Shahed 136 which entered service in 2021.