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Shahed-101 vs Shahed 136

Shahed-101 vs Shahed 136 at a glance — top speed 200 vs 185 km/h, range 900 vs 2,500 km, max takeoff weight 45 vs 200 kg.

HESA Shahed 136 military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇷 Shahed 136
Specifications
Shahed-101 Shahed 136
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight 1 January 2024 1 January 2021
Year introduced 2024 2021
Number produced N/A 26000 units
Average unit price -- $193K
Wingspan 3.0 m 2.5 m
Length 2.5 m 3.5 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 900 km 2,500 km
Service ceiling 3,000 m 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 45 kg 200 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 37 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed-101 is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Shahed 136's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Shahed-101's 900 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Shahed-101's 3,000 meters (9,842 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the Shahed-101's 45 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the Shahed-101's 2.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed-101 or Shahed 136?
The Shahed 136 entered service first in 2021, 3 years before the Shahed-101 which entered service in 2024.