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Meraj-521 vs Switchblade 300

Meraj-521 vs Switchblade 300 at a glance — range 5 vs 10 km.

Specifications
Meraj-521 Switchblade 300
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA AeroVironment
First flight -- 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2022 2011
Number produced N/A 4000 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 1.0 m -- m
Length 0.8 m 0.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 160 km/h
Operational range 5 km 10 km
Service ceiling 150 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 6 kg
Empty weight -- kg 2.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 is faster with a maximum speed of 160 km/h compared to the Meraj-521's 0 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 has a longer range at 10 km compared to the Meraj-521's 5 km.
Which can fly higher, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Meraj-521 has a higher service ceiling at 150 meters (492 ft) compared to the Switchblade 300's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6 kg compared to the Meraj-521's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Meraj-521 is longer at 0.8 meters compared to the Switchblade 300's 0.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Meraj-521 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 entered service first in 2011, 11 years before the Meraj-521 which entered service in 2022.