Geran-2 vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The Geran-2 and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and AAI Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 200 km/h for the RQ-7 Shadow. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 500 for the RQ-7 Shadow. Unit cost is $0.03M for the Geran-2 vs $0.75M for the RQ-7 Shadow.
| 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 reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| 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 | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Geran-2 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 3.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is more expensive at approximately $0.8 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow entered service first in 2002, 20 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 500 units of the RQ-7 Shadow.