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Karayel vs Shahed 136

Karayel vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 150 vs 185 km/h, range 150 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 630 vs 200 kg.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Karayel Shahed 136
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Vestel HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced -- 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 13.0 m 2.5 m
Height 2.1 m -- m
Length 6.5 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 150 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 150 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 5,486 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 630 kg 200 kg
Total thrust 1 x 72 kW 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Karayel or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Karayel's 150 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Karayel or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Karayel's 150 km.
Which can fly higher, the Karayel or Shahed 136?
The Karayel has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Karayel or Shahed 136?
The Karayel has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 630 kg compared to the Shahed 136's 200 kg.
Which is larger, the Karayel or Shahed 136?
The Karayel is longer at 6.5 meters compared to the Shahed 136's 3.5 meters.