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Geran-2 vs Shahed 129

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Specifications
Geran-2 Shahed 129
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol HESA
First flight -- 1 March 2012
Year introduced 2022 2013
Number produced 26000 units 42 units
Average unit price $30K --
Wingspan 2.5 m 16.0 m
Height -- m 3.1 m
Length 3.5 m 8.0 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h 175 km/h
Operational range 2,500 km 1,700 km
Service ceiling -- m 7,300 m
Max. takeoff weight 240 kg -- kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 75 kW
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Overview

The Geran-2 and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and HESA respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 175 km/h for the Shahed 129. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129.

The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 42 for the Shahed 129.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Shahed 129's 175 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Shahed 129's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 9 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or Shahed 129?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.