Garpiya-A1 vs KUS-FS

Overview

The Garpiya-A1 and the KUS-FS are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Korean Air respectively.

The Garpiya-A1 has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 500 km for the KUS-FS. At 5,750 kg MTOW, the KUS-FS is 19:1 the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.

Russian long-range combat drone, developed in the early 2020s, extensively deployed in the Russo-Ukrainian War and other regional conflicts.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol
First flight --
Year introduced 2023
Number produced 2500 units
Average unit price --
South Korean medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for strategic surveillance and reconnaissance operations.
Origin country 🇰🇷 South Korea
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Korean Air
First flight 1 January 2012
Year introduced 2025
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan -- m
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,500 km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 25.0 m
Height 3.0 m
Length 13.0 m
Maximum speed 360 km/h
Operational range 500 km
Service ceiling 13,716 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,750 kg
Total thrust 1 x 890 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS is faster with a maximum speed of 360 km/h compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 km/h, a difference of 360 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the KUS-FS's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,750 kg compared to the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.
Which is larger, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or KUS-FS?
The Garpiya-A1 entered service first in 2023, 2 years before the KUS-FS which entered service in 2025.