Lakshya vs Nishant
Overview
The Lakshya and the Nishant are both Military Drones, manufactured by DRDO and DRDO respectively.
The Lakshya reaches 858 km/h — 4.0x the Nishant's 216 km/h. The Lakshya has an operational range of 150 km vs 100 km for the Nishant. The Lakshya operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 3,962 m for the Nishant.
The Lakshya has been produced in 23 units vs 4 for the Nishant. Unit cost is $0.45M for the Lakshya vs $3.1M for the Nishant. The Lakshya first flew 10 years before the Nishant (1985 vs 1995).
| Indian high-speed target drone system developed in the late 20th century, remotely piloted for aerial reconnaissance and live-fire training. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | DRDO |
| First flight | 1 December 1985 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 23 units |
| Average unit price | $450K |
| Indian unmanned aerial vehicle developed in the late 20th century, primarily used for battlefield surveillance, reconnaissance, and target designation by the Indian Army. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | DRDO |
| First flight | 1 January 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 4 units |
| Average unit price | $3.1 million |
| Wing area | 2.3 m² |
| Wingspan | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 858 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 705 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 380 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 216 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,962 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 41 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Lakshya is faster with a maximum speed of 858 km/h compared to the Nishant's 216 km/h, a difference of 642 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Lakshya has a longer range at 150 km compared to the Nishant's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Lakshya has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Nishant's 3,962 meters (12,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Lakshya has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 705 kg compared to the Nishant's 380 kg.
Which is larger, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Nishant is longer at 4.6 meters compared to the Lakshya's 2.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Nishant is more expensive at approximately $3.1 million per unit compared to the Lakshya at $0.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Nishant entered service first in 1999, 1 years before the Lakshya which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Lakshya or Nishant?
The Lakshya has been produced in greater numbers with 23 units compared to 4 units of the Nishant.