Geran-2 vs S-70 Okhotnik

Overview

The Geran-2 and the S-70 Okhotnik are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association respectively.

The S-70 Okhotnik reaches 1,000 km/h — 5.4x the Geran-2's 185 km/h. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 6,000 km for the S-70 Okhotnik. At 25,000 kg MTOW, the S-70 Okhotnik is 104:1 the Geran-2's 240 kg.

The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 2 for the S-70 Okhotnik. Unit cost is $0.03M for the Geran-2 vs $11.5M for the S-70 Okhotnik.

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
Russian stealth heavy unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, intended for reconnaissance and strike missions under the control of fifth-generation fighter pilots.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association
First flight 3 August 2019
Year introduced 2024
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $11.5 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 -- m
Maximum speed 1000 km/h
Operational range 6,000 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 25,000 kg
Empty weight 10,000 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 815 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the Geran-2's 2,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,000 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Geran-2 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Geran-2 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the S-70 Okhotnik which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 2 units of the S-70 Okhotnik.