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Geran-5 vs Shahed 136

Geran-5 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 600 vs 185 km/h, range 1,000 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 850 vs 200 kg.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Geran-5 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2026 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 5.5 m 2.5 m
Length 6.0 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 600 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 850 kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Geran-5 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the Shahed 136's 185 km/h, a difference of 415 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Geran-5's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Geran-5's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Geran-5 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 850 kg compared to the Shahed 136's 200 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Geran-5 is longer at 6.0 meters compared to the Shahed 136's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-5 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 entered service first in 2021, 5 years before the Geran-5 which entered service in 2026.