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Nagastra-1 vs Shahed 131

Nagastra-1 vs Shahed 131 at a glance — range 40 vs 900 km, max takeoff weight 9 vs 135 kg.

HESA Shahed 131 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 131
Specifications
Nagastra-1 Shahed 131
Origin country 🇮🇳 India 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Solar Industries (EEL) HESA
First flight -- --
Year introduced 2024 2022
Number produced 600 units N/A
Average unit price -- $20K
Wingspan -- m 2.2 m
Length -- m 2.6 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 40 km 900 km
Service ceiling 4,500 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 9 kg 135 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 38 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Nagastra-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Nagastra-1's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Nagastra-1 has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Shahed 131's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the Nagastra-1's 9 kg.
Which is larger, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the Nagastra-1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Nagastra-1 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the Nagastra-1 which entered service in 2024.