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FP-1 vs Shahed 136

FP-1 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — range 1,600 vs 2,500 km, built 5,000 vs 26,000 units.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
FP-1 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point HESA
First flight 1 January 2024 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2024 2021
Number produced 5000 units 26000 units
Average unit price $55K $193K
Wingspan -- m 2.5 m
Length -- m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 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 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the FP-1's 1,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 entered service first in 2021, 3 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 5,000 units of the FP-1.