Ranger vs ZALA Lancet
Overview
The Ranger and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by RUAG and ZALA Aero respectively.
Top speed is 220 km/h for the Ranger vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The Ranger has an operational range of 100 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Ranger. At 285 kg MTOW, the Ranger is 24:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
The Ranger has been produced in 40 units vs 6,000 for the ZALA Lancet.
| Swiss-Israeli tactical reconnaissance UAV, developed in the late 20th century, used for military reconnaissance and civilian search and rescue. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | RUAG |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| 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 | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Length | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 285 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 31 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Ranger's 220 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The Ranger has a longer range at 100 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Ranger's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The Ranger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 285 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The Ranger is longer at 4.6 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The Ranger entered service first in 1999, 21 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ranger or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 40 units of the Ranger.