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Shahed 129 vs Wing Loong I

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Specifications
Shahed 129 Wing Loong I
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA Chengdu
First flight 1 March 2012 1 January 2009
Year introduced 2013 2011
Number produced 42 units 60 units
Average unit price -- $1 million
Wingspan 16.0 m 14.0 m
Height 3.1 m 2.8 m
Length 8.0 m 9.1 m
Maximum speed 175 km/h 280 km/h
Operational range 1,700 km 4,000 km
Service ceiling 7,300 m 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 1,100 kg
Total thrust 1 x 75 kW 1 x 75 kW
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Overview

The Shahed 129 and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 175 km/h for the Shahed 129 vs 280 km/h for the Wing Loong I. The Shahed 129 has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 4,000 km for the Wing Loong I. The Shahed 129 operates at altitudes up to 7,300 m compared to 5,000 m for the Wing Loong I.

The Shahed 129 has been produced in 42 units vs 60 for the Wing Loong I. The Wing Loong I first flew 3 years before the Shahed 129 (2009 vs 2012).

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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.