Garpiya-A1 vs Molniya

Overview

The Garpiya-A1 and the Molniya are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Atlant Aero respectively.

The Garpiya-A1 has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 50 km for the Molniya. At 300 kg MTOW, the Garpiya-A1 is 30:1 the Molniya's 10 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 --
Russian short- and medium-range strike loitering drone, introduced in 2024, deployed for striking logistics, rear positions, and equipment clusters beyond the line of contact.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Atlant Aero
First flight --
Year introduced 2024
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $1K
Wingspan -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,500 km
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg
Wingspan 1.5 m
Maximum speed 90 km/h
Operational range 50 km
Max. takeoff weight 10 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Garpiya-A1 or Molniya?
The Molniya is faster with a maximum speed of 90 km/h compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 km/h, a difference of 90 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Molniya?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the Molniya's 50 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Molniya?
The Garpiya-A1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 300 kg compared to the Molniya's 10 kg.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Molniya?
The Garpiya-A1 entered service first in 2023, 1 years before the Molniya which entered service in 2024.