Shahed 129 vs Wing Loong I
| Iranian single-engine medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, introduced in 2013, utilized for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and precision airstrikes. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 March 2012 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 42 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, extensively utilized for surveillance and aerial reconnaissance missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 1 January 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 175 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,100 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the Shahed 129's 175 km/h, a difference of 105 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Shahed 129's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the Wing Loong I's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the Shahed 129's 8.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 2 years before the Shahed 129 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Shahed 129 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has been produced in greater numbers with 60 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.