GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily

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.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
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
Performance Radar Chart
Change comparison vs

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 larger, the Orbiter or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Orbiter's 0.0 meters.
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.