Garpiya-A1 vs Shahed 131

Overview

The Garpiya-A1 and the Shahed 131 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and HESA respectively.

The Garpiya-A1 has an operational range of 1,500 km vs 900 km for the Shahed 131. At 300 kg MTOW, the Garpiya-A1 is 2.2x the Shahed 131's 135 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 --
Iranian-made one-way attack drone, developed in the early 21st century, used for precision strikes against infrastructure and military targets.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $20K
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,500 km
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 2.2 m
Length 2.6 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range 900 km
Max. takeoff weight 135 kg
Total thrust 1 x 38 hp

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 131?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the Shahed 131's 900 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 131?
The Garpiya-A1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 300 kg compared to the Shahed 131's 135 kg.
Which is larger, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the Garpiya-A1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 1 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.