FP-1 vs Shahed 131

Overview

The FP-1 and the Shahed 131 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and HESA respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 900 km for the Shahed 131.

Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $0.02M for the Shahed 131.

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-made one-way attack drone, developed in the early 21st century, used for precision strikes against infrastructure and military targets.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $20K
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,600 km
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 2.2 m
Length 2.6 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range 900 km
Max. takeoff weight 135 kg
Total thrust 1 x 38 hp

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the Shahed 131's 900 km.
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The FP-1 is more expensive at approximately $0.1 million per unit compared to the Shahed 131 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.