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IAI Harpy vs Shahed 131

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Specifications
IAI Harpy Shahed 131
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI HESA
First flight 1 January 1989 --
Year introduced 1989 2022
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $55 million $20K
Wingspan 2.1 m 2.2 m
Length 2.7 m 2.6 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 200 km 900 km
Service ceiling 4,572 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 135 kg 135 kg
Total thrust 1 x 28 kW 1 x 38 hp
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Overview

The IAI Harpy and the Shahed 131 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and HESA respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the IAI Harpy vs 185 km/h for the Shahed 131. The IAI Harpy has an operational range of 200 km vs 900 km for the Shahed 131.

Unit cost is $55M for the IAI Harpy vs $0.02M for the Shahed 131.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the IAI Harpy's 185 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the IAI Harpy's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The IAI Harpy has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Shahed 131's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the IAI Harpy's 135 kg.
Which is larger, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The IAI Harpy is longer at 2.7 meters compared to the Shahed 131's 2.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The IAI Harpy is more expensive at approximately $55 million per unit compared to the Shahed 131 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the IAI Harpy or Shahed 131?
The IAI Harpy entered service first in 1989, 33 years before the Shahed 131 which entered service in 2022.