Orlan-30 vs ZALA Lancet
Overview
The Orlan-30 and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and ZALA Aero respectively.
The ZALA Lancet reaches 300 km/h — 2.0x the Orlan-30's 150 km/h. The Orlan-30 has an operational range of 300 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 3,500 m for the Orlan-30. At 30 kg MTOW, the Orlan-30 is 2.5x the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
| Russian reconnaissance and laser-designator unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2020, deployed in military conflicts to direct precision-guided munitions. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Russian loitering munition and unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and precision strike operations in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | ZALA Aero |
| First flight | 1 June 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 6000 units |
| Average unit price | $37K |
| Wingspan | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 1.7 m |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 40 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Orlan-30's 150 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The Orlan-30 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Orlan-30's 3,500 meters (11,482 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The Orlan-30 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is longer at 1.7 meters compared to the Orlan-30's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-30 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet entered service first in 2020, 0 years before the Orlan-30 which entered service in 2020.