Geran-2 vs Phoenix

Overview

The Geran-2 and the Phoenix are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and GEC-Marconi respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 166 km/h for the Phoenix.

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
British reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century, used for all-weather real-time surveillance and artillery spotting by the British Army.
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer GEC-Marconi
First flight 1 January 1986
Year introduced 1999
Number produced N/A
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 5.6 m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 166 km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 2,800 m
Max. takeoff weight 175 kg
Total thrust 1 x 19 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Phoenix's 166 km/h, a difference of 19 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Phoenix's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Phoenix has a higher service ceiling at 2,800 meters (9,186 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the Phoenix's 175 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Geran-2 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Phoenix's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Phoenix?
The Phoenix entered service first in 1999, 23 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.