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Orbiter vs Shahed 136

Orbiter vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 130 vs 185 km/h, range 100 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 28 vs 200 kg.

Specifications
Orbiter Shahed 136
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Aeronautics HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced -- 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price $500K $193K
Wingspan 4.2 m 2.5 m
Length -- m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 130 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 100 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 5,486 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 28 kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Orbiter's 130 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Orbiter's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Orbiter has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the Orbiter's 28 kg.
Which is more expensive, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Orbiter is more expensive at approximately $0.5 million per unit compared to the Shahed 136 at $0.2 million.