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Eitan (Heron TP) vs Shahed-149 Gaza

Eitan (Heron TP) vs Shahed-149 Gaza at a glance — top speed 407 vs 340 km/h, range 7,400 vs 7,000 km, max takeoff weight 5,670 vs 3,200 kg.

Specifications
Eitan (Heron TP) Shahed-149 Gaza
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI HESA
First flight 1 January 2004 --
Year introduced 2010 2022
Number produced N/A 3 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 26.0 m 21.0 m
Height -- m 3.2 m
Length 14.0 m 10.0 m
Maximum speed 407 km/h 340 km/h
Operational range 7,400 km 7,000 km
Service ceiling 12,500 m 11,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg 3,200 kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 340 km/h, a difference of 67 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 7,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 11,000 meters (36,089 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 3,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 10.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 12 years before the Shahed-149 Gaza which entered service in 2022.