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Garpiya-A1 vs MQ-9B SkyGuardian

Garpiya-A1 vs MQ-9B SkyGuardian at a glance — range 1,500 vs 11,000 km, max takeoff weight 300 vs 5,670 kg.

Specifications
Garpiya-A1 MQ-9B SkyGuardian
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol General Atomics
First flight -- 25 February 2016
Year introduced 2023 2020
Number produced 2500 units N/A
Average unit price -- $40 million
Wingspan -- m 24.0 m
Length -- m 11.7 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 390 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 11,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 12,200 m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg 5,670 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 671 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian has a longer range at 11,000 km compared to the Garpiya-A1's 1,500 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian entered service first in 2020, 3 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.