Karrar vs Tu-143 Reys
| Iranian jet-powered target drone and long-range bomber, developed in the early 21st century and used for air-defense training and precision strikes. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 January 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 900 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4 kN â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 2.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Tu-143 Reys by Ukraine Ministry of Defence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Karrar's 900 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Karrar has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Karrar's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the Karrar's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the Karrar's 4.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Karrar or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 34 years before the Karrar which entered service in 2010.