Geran-2 vs Scout

Overview

The Geran-2 and the Scout are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and IAI respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 176 km/h for the Scout.

Russian-produced version of the Iranian Shahed-136 one-way attack drone, built at the Alabuga (Yelabuga) plant and used at scale against Ukraine since 2022.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced 26000 units
Average unit price $30K
Israeli reconnaissance unmanned air vehicle, developed in the 1970s, used for battlefield surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight --
Year introduced 1981
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 2.5 m
Height -- m
Length 3.5 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 240 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 5.0 m
Height 0.9 m
Length 3.7 m
Maximum speed 176 km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 4,600 m
Max. takeoff weight 159 kg
Empty weight 96 kg
Total thrust 1 x 16 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Scout's 176 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Scout's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the Scout's 159 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Scout is longer at 3.7 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1981, 41 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.