Shahed 129 vs ZALA Lancet
The Shahed 129 and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and ZALA Aero respectively. Top speed is 175 km/h for the Shahed 129 vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 129 has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 129 operates at altitudes up to 7,300 m compared to 5,000 m for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 129 has been produced in 42 units vs 6,000 for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 129 first flew 7 years before the ZALA Lancet (2012 vs 2019).
| 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 | -- |
| Russian loitering munition and unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and precision strike operations in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | ZALA Aero |
| First flight | 1 June 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 6000 units |
| Average unit price | $37K |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.1 m |
| 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 |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 1.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 40 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Shahed 129's 175 km/h, a difference of 125 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 129 has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 129 has a higher service ceiling at 7,300 meters (23,950 ft) compared to the ZALA Lancet's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12 kg compared to the Shahed 129's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 129 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 129 entered service first in 2013, 7 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Shahed 129 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 42 units of the Shahed 129.