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Meraj-521 vs Shahed 136

Meraj-521 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — range 5 vs 2,500 km.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Meraj-521 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2022 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 1.0 m 2.5 m
Length 0.8 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 5 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 150 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Meraj-521's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Meraj-521's 5 km.
Which can fly higher, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Meraj-521's 150 meters (492 ft).
Which is heavier, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the Meraj-521's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Meraj-521's 0.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Meraj-521 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 entered service first in 2021, 1 years before the Meraj-521 which entered service in 2022.