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Samad vs Shahed 136

Samad vs Shahed 136 at a glance — range 1,500 vs 2,500 km.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Samad Shahed 136
Origin country 🇾🇪 Yemen 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) HESA
First flight -- 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2019 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 4.5 m 2.5 m
Length 2.8 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 1,500 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- 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 Samad or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Samad's 0 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Samad or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Samad's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Samad or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Samad's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Samad or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the Samad's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Samad or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Samad's 2.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Samad or Shahed 136?
The Samad entered service first in 2019, 2 years before the Shahed 136 which entered service in 2021.