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Meraj-521 vs Shahed-101

Meraj-521 vs Shahed-101 at a glance — range 5 vs 900 km.

Specifications
Meraj-521 Shahed-101
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2024
Year introduced 2022 2024
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 1.0 m 3.0 m
Length 0.8 m 2.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 200 km/h
Operational range 5 km 900 km
Service ceiling 150 m 3,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 45 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Shahed-101 is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Meraj-521's 0 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Shahed-101 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Meraj-521's 5 km.
Which can fly higher, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Shahed-101 has a higher service ceiling at 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) compared to the Meraj-521's 150 meters (492 ft).
Which is heavier, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Shahed-101 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45 kg compared to the Meraj-521's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Shahed-101 is longer at 2.5 meters compared to the Meraj-521's 0.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Meraj-521 or Shahed-101?
The Meraj-521 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the Shahed-101 which entered service in 2024.