Geran-2 vs MQ-1 Predator
Overview
The Geran-2 and the MQ-1 Predator are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and General Atomics respectively.
Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 217 km/h for the MQ-1 Predator. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 1,250 km for the MQ-1 Predator. At 1,020 kg MTOW, the MQ-1 Predator is 4.2x the Geran-2's 240 kg.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 360 for the MQ-1 Predator. Unit cost is $0.03M for the Geran-2 vs $4M for the MQ-1 Predator.
| 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 |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 3 July 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 360 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 2.5 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 |
| Wingspan | 14.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 512 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 1,250 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator entered service first in 1995, 27 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or MQ-1 Predator?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 360 units of the MQ-1 Predator.