Geran-2 vs MQ-20 Avenger
Overview
The Geran-2 and the MQ-20 Avenger are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and General Atomics respectively.
The MQ-20 Avenger reaches 740 km/h — 4.0x the Geran-2's 185 km/h. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 2,900 km for the MQ-20 Avenger. At 8,255 kg MTOW, the MQ-20 Avenger is 34:1 the Geran-2's 240 kg.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 9 for the MQ-20 Avenger.
| 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 jet-powered unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for stealthy reconnaissance and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 4 April 2009 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 9 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,255 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 17 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 555 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Geran-2's 2,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 9 units of the MQ-20 Avenger.