MQ-9 Reaper vs Shahed 238
The MQ-9 Reaper and the Shahed 238 are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and HESA respectively. The Shahed 238 reaches 600 km/h — 2.0x the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h. The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 22 years before the Shahed 238 (2001 vs 2023).
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Iranian turbojet-powered one-way attack drone, unveiled in the early 2020s, utilized for high-speed precision strikes and suppression of enemy air defenses. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 September 2023 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m |
| Length | 11.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 600 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 238 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Shahed 238's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Shahed 238's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Shahed 238's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Shahed 238's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Shahed 238?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 16 years before the Shahed 238 which entered service in 2023.