FP-1 vs Shahed 129
Overview
The FP-1 and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and HESA respectively.
The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129.
The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 42 for the Shahed 129. The Shahed 129 first flew 12 years before the FP-1 (2012 vs 2024).
| Ukrainian long-range, one-way attack drone, developed in the early 2020s, deployed in deep-strike military operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Fire Point |
| First flight | 1 January 2024 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $55K |
| 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 | 1,600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- 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 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is faster with a maximum speed of 175 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 175 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the FP-1's 1,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 11 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or Shahed 129?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.