Phoenix vs ZALA Lancet
Overview
The Phoenix and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by GEC-Marconi and ZALA Aero respectively.
Top speed is 166 km/h for the Phoenix vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 2,800 m for the Phoenix. At 175 kg MTOW, the Phoenix is 15:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
The Phoenix first flew 33 years before the ZALA Lancet (1986 vs 2019).
| British reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century, used for all-weather real-time surveillance and artillery spotting by the British Army. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | GEC-Marconi |
| First flight | 1 January 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| 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 | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 166 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 2,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 175 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19 kW ◉ |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Phoenix's 166 km/h, a difference of 134 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a longer range at 40 km compared to the Phoenix's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Phoenix's 2,800 meters (9,186 ft).
Which is heavier, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The Phoenix has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 175 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is longer at 1.7 meters compared to the Phoenix's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Phoenix or ZALA Lancet?
The Phoenix entered service first in 1999, 21 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.