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Garpiya-A1 vs Switchblade 600

Garpiya-A1 vs Switchblade 600 at a glance — range 1,500 vs 80 km, max takeoff weight 300 vs 15 kg.

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Specifications
Garpiya-A1 Switchblade 600
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol AeroVironment
First flight -- 1 January 2019
Year introduced 2023 2022
Number produced 2500 units N/A
Average unit price -- --
Length -- m 1.3 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 80 km
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg 15 kg
Empty weight -- kg 15 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Switchblade 600?
The Garpiya-A1 has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the Switchblade 600's 80 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Switchblade 600?
The Garpiya-A1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 300 kg compared to the Switchblade 600's 15 kg.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Switchblade 600?
The Switchblade 600 entered service first in 2022, 1 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.