Geran-2 vs MQ-28 Ghost Bat
Overview
The Geran-2 and the MQ-28 Ghost Bat are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Boeing respectively.
The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 3,700 km for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 8 for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat.
| 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 |
| Australian stealth multirole unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 2020s, designed to support crewed aircraft as a loyal wingman and perform autonomous missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 27 February 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 8 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,500 km ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 240 kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 7.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 3,700 km ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 1,500 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the MQ-28 Ghost Bat's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The MQ-28 Ghost Bat has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the Geran-2's 2,500 km.
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the MQ-28 Ghost Bat's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The MQ-28 Ghost Bat is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The Geran-2 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the MQ-28 Ghost Bat which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or MQ-28 Ghost Bat?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 8 units of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat.