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Harfang vs Shahed 136

Harfang vs Shahed 136 at a glance — range 1,000 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 1,250 vs 200 kg, built 3 vs 26,000 units.

EADS Harfang military drones side profile drawing
🇫🇷 Harfang
HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Harfang Shahed 136
Origin country 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer EADS HESA
First flight 2 June 2003 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2008 2021
Number produced 3 units 26000 units
Average unit price $9.5 million $193K
Wingspan 16.6 m 2.5 m
Length 9.3 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 7,620 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg 200 kg
Empty weight 657 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 86 kW 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Harfang's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Harfang's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Harfang has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Harfang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the Shahed 136's 200 kg.
Which is larger, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Harfang is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the Shahed 136's 3.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Harfang is more expensive at approximately $9.5 million per unit compared to the Shahed 136 at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Harfang entered service first in 2008, 13 years before the Shahed 136 which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harfang or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has been produced in greater numbers with 26,000 units compared to 3 units of the Harfang.