Geran-2 vs RQ-101 Night Intruder

Overview

The Geran-2 and the RQ-101 Night Intruder are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Korean Air respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 185 km/h for the RQ-101 Night Intruder. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 200 km for the RQ-101 Night Intruder.

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
South Korean unarmed military reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century and deployed since 2002 for corps-level intelligence gathering.
Origin country 🇰🇷 South Korea
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Korean Air
First flight --
Year introduced 2002
Number produced N/A
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 6.4 m
Height 1.5 m
Length 4.7 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range 200 km
Service ceiling 4,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 290 kg
Total thrust 1 x 39 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The RQ-101 Night Intruder is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the RQ-101 Night Intruder's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The RQ-101 Night Intruder 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 RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The RQ-101 Night Intruder has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 290 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The RQ-101 Night Intruder is longer at 4.7 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or RQ-101 Night Intruder?
The RQ-101 Night Intruder entered service first in 2002, 20 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.