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Geran-5 vs Shahed 131

Geran-5 vs Shahed 131 at a glance — top speed 600 vs 185 km/h, range 1,000 vs 900 km, max takeoff weight 850 vs 135 kg.

HESA Shahed 131 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 131
Specifications
Geran-5 Shahed 131
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol HESA
First flight -- --
Year introduced 2026 2022
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price -- $20K
Wingspan 5.5 m 2.2 m
Length 6.0 m 2.6 m
Maximum speed 600 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km 900 km
Max. takeoff weight 850 kg 135 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 38 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-5 or Shahed 131?
The Geran-5 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the Shahed 131's 185 km/h, a difference of 415 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-5 or Shahed 131?
The Geran-5 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Shahed 131's 900 km.
Which is heavier, the Geran-5 or Shahed 131?
The Geran-5 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 850 kg compared to the Shahed 131's 135 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-5 or Shahed 131?
The Geran-5 is longer at 6.0 meters compared to the Shahed 131's 2.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-5 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 4 years before the Geran-5 which entered service in 2026.