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RQ-180 vs Shahed 136

RQ-180 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — range 22,000 vs 2,500 km.

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🇮🇷 Shahed 136Full specs
Specifications
RQ-180 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman HESA
First flight 3 August 2010 1 January 2021
Year introduced -- 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 40.0 m 2.5 m
Length -- m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 22,000 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the RQ-180 or Shahed 136?
The RQ-180 has a longer range at 22,000 km compared to the Shahed 136's 2,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-180 or Shahed 136?
The RQ-180 has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).