Geran-2 vs MQ-9 Reaper
Overview
The Geran-2 and the MQ-9 Reaper are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and General Atomics respectively.
Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 300 km/h for the MQ-9 Reaper. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 1,850 km for the MQ-9 Reaper. At 4,760 kg MTOW, the MQ-9 Reaper is 20:1 the Geran-2's 240 kg.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 300 for the MQ-9 Reaper. Unit cost is $0.03M for the Geran-2 vs $30M for the MQ-9 Reaper.
| 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, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 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 | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 15 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 300 units of the MQ-9 Reaper.