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Shahed-101 vs Shahed 131

Shahed-101 vs Shahed 131 at a glance — top speed 200 vs 185 km/h, range 900 vs 900 km, max takeoff weight 45 vs 135 kg.

HESA Shahed 131 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 131
Specifications
Shahed-101 Shahed 131
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight 1 January 2024 --
Year introduced 2024 2022
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price -- $20K
Wingspan 3.0 m 2.2 m
Length 2.5 m 2.6 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 900 km 900 km
Service ceiling 3,000 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 45 kg 135 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 38 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed-101 is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Shahed 131's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Shahed-101's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed-101 has a higher service ceiling at 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) compared to the Shahed 131's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the Shahed-101's 45 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the Shahed-101's 2.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 2 years before the Shahed-101 which entered service in 2024.