Geran-2 vs Ranger
Overview
The Geran-2 and the Ranger are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and RUAG respectively.
Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 220 km/h for the Ranger. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 100 km for the Ranger.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 40 for the Ranger.
| 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 |
| Swiss-Israeli tactical reconnaissance UAV, developed in the late 20th century, used for military reconnaissance and civilian search and rescue. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | RUAG |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Length | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 285 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 31 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Ranger is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Ranger's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Ranger has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Ranger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 285 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Ranger is longer at 4.6 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Ranger entered service first in 1999, 23 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or Ranger?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 40 units of the Ranger.