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Garpiya-A1 vs Shahed 129

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Specifications
Garpiya-A1 Shahed 129
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol HESA
First flight -- 1 March 2012
Year introduced 2023 2013
Number produced 2500 units 42 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan -- m 16.0 m
Height -- m 3.1 m
Length -- m 8.0 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 175 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 1,700 km
Service ceiling -- m 7,300 m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg -- kg
Total thrust 0 1 x 75 kW
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Overview

The Garpiya-A1 and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and HESA respectively.

The Garpiya-A1 has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129.

The Garpiya-A1 has been produced in 2,500 units vs 42 for the Shahed 129.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is faster with a maximum speed of 175 km/h compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 km/h, a difference of 175 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the Garpiya-A1's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Garpiya-A1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 300 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 10 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 129?
The Garpiya-A1 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.