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Karrar vs Shahed 129

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Specifications
Karrar Shahed 129
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight 1 January 2010 1 March 2012
Year introduced 2010 2013
Number produced N/A 42 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 2.5 m 16.0 m
Height -- m 3.1 m
Length 4.0 m 8.0 m
Maximum speed 900 km/h 175 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km 1,700 km
Service ceiling -- m 7,300 m
Max. takeoff weight 700 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 4 kN 1 x 75 kW
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Overview

The Karrar and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and HESA respectively.

The Karrar reaches 900 km/h — 5.1x the Shahed 129's 175 km/h. The Karrar has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129.

The Karrar first flew 2 years before the Shahed 129 (2010 vs 2012).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Karrar is faster with a maximum speed of 900 km/h compared to the Shahed 129's 175 km/h, a difference of 725 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the Karrar's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the Karrar's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Karrar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 700 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Karrar's 4.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Karrar or Shahed 129?
The Karrar entered service first in 2010, 3 years before the Shahed 129 which entered service in 2013.