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Garpiya-A1 vs Wing Loong I

Garpiya-A1 vs Wing Loong I at a glance — range 1,500 vs 4,000 km, max takeoff weight 300 vs 1,100 kg, built 2,500 vs 60 units.

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Garpiya-A1 Wing Loong I
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol Chengdu
First flight -- 1 January 2009
Year introduced 2023 2011
Number produced 2500 units 60 units
Average unit price -- $1 million
Wingspan -- m 14.0 m
Height -- m 2.8 m
Length -- m 9.1 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 280 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 4,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 300 kg 1,100 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 75 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Garpiya-A1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Garpiya-A1's 1,500 km.
Which is heavier, the Garpiya-A1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the Garpiya-A1's 300 kg.
Which entered service first, the Garpiya-A1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 12 years before the Garpiya-A1 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Garpiya-A1 or Wing Loong I?
The Garpiya-A1 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 60 units of the Wing Loong I.