Geran-2 vs WZ-7 Soaring Dragon
Overview
The Geran-2 and the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and Guizhou respectively.
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon reaches 750 km/h — 4.1x the Geran-2's 185 km/h. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 7,000 km for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.
The Geran-2 has been produced in 26,000 units vs 20 for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.
| 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 |
| Chinese high-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for aerial reconnaissance and maritime targeting. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Guizhou |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 240 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 43 kN ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 565 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the Geran-2's 2,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon 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 WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Geran-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 240 kg compared to the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon entered service first in 2018, 4 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Geran-2 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Geran-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 20 units of the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.