Fotros vs Shahed 129

Overview

The Fotros and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAIO and HESA respectively.

The Fotros has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129. The Fotros operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 7,300 m for the Shahed 129.

The Fotros has been produced in 3 units vs 42 for the Shahed 129.

Iranian reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the 2010s, deployed for military surveillance and strike operations.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAIO
First flight --
Year introduced 2020
Number produced 3 units
Average unit price --
Iranian single-engine medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, introduced in 2013, utilized for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision airstrikes.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA
First flight 1 March 2012
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 42 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan -- m
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 2,000 km
Service ceiling 7,600 m
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 16.0 m
Height 3.1 m
Length 8.0 m
Maximum speed 175 km/h
Operational range 1,700 km
Service ceiling 7,300 m
Total thrust 1 x 75 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is faster with a maximum speed of 175 km/h compared to the Fotros's 0 km/h, a difference of 175 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Fotros has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the Shahed 129's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Fotros has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the Shahed 129's 7,300 meters (23,950 ft).
Which is larger, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Fotros's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 7 years before the Fotros which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fotros or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has been produced in greater numbers with 42 units compared to 3 units of the Fotros.