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RQ-180 vs Shahed 136

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

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
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 is faster, the RQ-180 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the RQ-180's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
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).
Which is heavier, the RQ-180 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the RQ-180's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-180 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the RQ-180's 0.0 meters.