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IAI Scout vs Nishant

IAI Scout vs Nishant at a glance — top speed 176 vs 216 km/h, max takeoff weight 159 vs 380 kg.

Specifications
IAI Scout Nishant
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI DRDO
First flight -- 1 January 1995
Year introduced 1981 1999
Number produced N/A 4 units
Average unit price -- $3.1 million
Wingspan 5.0 m 6.5 m
Height 0.9 m -- m
Length 3.7 m 4.6 m
Maximum speed 176 km/h 216 km/h
Operational range -- km 100 km
Service ceiling 4,600 m 3,962 m
Max. takeoff weight 159 kg 380 kg
Empty weight 96 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 16 kW 1 x 41 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the IAI Scout or Nishant?
The Nishant is faster with a maximum speed of 216 km/h compared to the IAI Scout's 176 km/h, a difference of 40 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the IAI Scout or Nishant?
The IAI Scout has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Nishant's 3,962 meters (12,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAI Scout or Nishant?
The Nishant has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 380 kg compared to the IAI Scout's 159 kg.
Which is larger, the IAI Scout or Nishant?
The Nishant is longer at 4.6 meters compared to the IAI Scout's 3.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the IAI Scout or Nishant?
The IAI Scout entered service first in 1981, 18 years before the Nishant which entered service in 1999.