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Garpiya-A1 vs IAI Heron

Garpiya-A1 vs IAI Heron at a glance — range 1,500 vs 1,000 km, max takeoff weight 300 vs 1,270 kg.

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Specifications
Garpiya-A1 IAI Heron
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol IAI
First flight -- 1 January 1994
Year introduced 2023 2005
Number produced 2500 units N/A
Average unit price -- $9.5 million
Wingspan -- m 16.6 m
Length -- m 8.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 207 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 1,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 10,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg 1,270 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or IAI Heron?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the IAI Heron's 1,000 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or IAI Heron?
The IAI Heron has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,270 kg compared to the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or IAI Heron?
The IAI Heron entered service first in 2005, 18 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.