S-70 Okhotnik vs ZALA Lancet
The S-70 Okhotnik and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association and ZALA Aero respectively. The S-70 Okhotnik reaches 1,000 km/h — 3.3x the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h. The S-70 Okhotnik has an operational range of 6,000 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The S-70 Okhotnik operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the ZALA Lancet. At 25,000 kg MTOW, the S-70 Okhotnik is 2083:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg. The S-70 Okhotnik has been produced in 2 units vs 6,000 for the ZALA Lancet. Unit cost is $11.5M for the S-70 Okhotnik vs $0.037M for the ZALA Lancet.
| Russian stealth heavy unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, intended for reconnaissance and strike missions under the control of fifth-generation fighter pilots. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association |
| First flight | 3 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $11.5 million |
| 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 | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 6,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 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 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The S-70 Okhotnik is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h, a difference of 700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the ZALA Lancet's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,000 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is longer at 1.7 meters compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The S-70 Okhotnik is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the ZALA Lancet at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet entered service first in 2020, 4 years before the S-70 Okhotnik which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the S-70 Okhotnik or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 2 units of the S-70 Okhotnik.