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Shahed 129 vs Shahed-149 Gaza

Shahed 129 vs Shahed-149 Gaza at a glance — top speed 175 vs 340 km/h, range 1,700 vs 7,000 km, built 42 vs 3 units.

Specifications
Shahed 129 Shahed-149 Gaza
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight 1 March 2012 --
Year introduced 2013 2022
Number produced 42 units 3 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 16.0 m 21.0 m
Height 3.1 m 3.2 m
Length 8.0 m 10.0 m
Maximum speed 175 km/h 340 km/h
Operational range 1,700 km 7,000 km
Service ceiling 7,300 m 11,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 3,200 kg
Total thrust 1 x 75 kW --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed-149 Gaza is faster with a maximum speed of 340 km/h compared to the Shahed 129's 175 km/h, a difference of 165 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed-149 Gaza has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the Shahed 129's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed-149 Gaza has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the Shahed 129's 7,300 meters (23,950 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed-149 Gaza has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,200 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed-149 Gaza is longer at 10.0 meters compared to the Shahed 129's 8.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 9 years before the Shahed-149 Gaza which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Shahed 129 or Shahed-149 Gaza?
The Shahed 129 has been produced in greater numbers with 42 units compared to 3 units of the Shahed-149 Gaza.