Geran-2 vs Taranis
Overview
The Geran-2 and the Taranis are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and BAE Systems respectively.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 1 for the Taranis. Unit cost is $0.03M for the Geran-2 vs $220M for the Taranis.
| 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 |
| British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| First flight | 10 August 2013 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $220 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 |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Geran-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Taranis has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Taranis is longer at 4.0 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the Geran-2 at $0.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or Taranis?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.