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Eleron-3 vs Shahed 136

Eleron-3 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 130 vs 185 km/h, range 60 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 5 vs 200 kg.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Eleron-3 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer ENICS HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2012 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 1.5 m 2.5 m
Length 0.6 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 130 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 60 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 4,000 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5 kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Eleron-3's 130 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Eleron-3's 60 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Eleron-3's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the Eleron-3's 5 kg.
Which is larger, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Eleron-3's 0.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eleron-3 or Shahed 136?
The Eleron-3 entered service first in 2012, 9 years before the Shahed 136 which entered service in 2021.