Orlan-10 vs Shahed 129
The Orlan-10 and the Shahed 129 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and HESA respectively. Top speed is 150 km/h for the Orlan-10 vs 175 km/h for the Shahed 129. The Orlan-10 has an operational range of 110 km vs 1,700 km for the Shahed 129. The Shahed 129 operates at altitudes up to 7,300 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. The Orlan-10 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 42 for the Shahed 129. The Orlan-10 first flew 1 years before the Shahed 129 (2011 vs 2012).
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $50K |
| Iranian single-engine medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, introduced in 2013, utilized for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision airstrikes. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 March 2012 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 42 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg |
| Empty weight | 9 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.1 m |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 175 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is faster with a maximum speed of 175 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 25 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Orlan-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 2 years before the Shahed 129 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or Shahed 129?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.