Garpiya-A1 vs Lakshya

Overview

The Garpiya-A1 and the Lakshya are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and DRDO respectively.

The Garpiya-A1 has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 150 km for the Lakshya. At 705 kg MTOW, the Lakshya is 2.4x the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.

The Garpiya-A1 has been produced in 2,500 units vs 23 for the Lakshya.

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 --
Indian high-speed target drone system developed in the late 20th century, remotely piloted for aerial reconnaissance and live-fire training.
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer DRDO
First flight 1 December 1985
Year introduced 2000
Number produced 23 units
Average unit price $450K
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Wing area 2.3 m²
Wingspan 5.0 m
Length 2.4 m
Maximum speed 858 km/h
Operational range 150 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 705 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 380 kgf â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Lakshya is faster with a maximum speed of 858 km/h compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 km/h, a difference of 858 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the Lakshya's 150 km.
Which can fly higher, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Lakshya has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Lakshya has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 705 kg compared to the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.
Which is larger, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Lakshya is longer at 2.4 meters compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Lakshya entered service first in 2000, 23 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Garpiya-A1 or Lakshya?
The Garpiya-A1 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 23 units of the Lakshya.