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

Performance Radar Chart

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.