Geran-2 vs Skeldar V-200

Overview

The Geran-2 and the Skeldar V-200 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Saab respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 140 km/h for the Skeldar V-200. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 100 km for the Skeldar V-200.

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 πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced 26000 units
Average unit price $30K
Swedish medium-range vertical takeoff and landing unmanned aerial vehicle helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, used for military surveillance, intelligence gathering, and light cargo transportation.
Origin country πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Sweden
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Saab
First flight --
Year introduced 2024
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 2.5 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length 3.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 185 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,500 km β—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 240 kg β—‰
Total thrust 0 β—‰
Wingspan 4.6 m β—‰
Height 1.3 m
Length 4.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 140 km/h β—‰
Operational range 100 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 245 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 41 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Skeldar V-200's 140 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Skeldar V-200's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 has a higher service ceiling at 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 245 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 is longer at 4.0 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Skeldar V-200?
The Geran-2 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the Skeldar V-200 which entered service in 2024.