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Shahed 131 vs Shahed 238

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Specifications
Shahed 131 Shahed 238
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA HESA
First flight -- 1 September 2023
Year introduced 2022 2023
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $20K --
Wingspan 2.2 m -- m
Length 2.6 m -- m
Maximum speed 185 km/h 600 km/h
Operational range 900 km -- km
Max. takeoff weight 135 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 38 hp 0
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Overview

The Shahed 131 and the Shahed 238 are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and HESA respectively.

The Shahed 238 reaches 600 km/h — 3.2x the Shahed 131's 185 km/h.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed 131 or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 238 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the Shahed 131's 185 km/h, a difference of 415 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 131 or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Shahed 238's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the Shahed 131 or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the Shahed 238's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 131 or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the Shahed 238's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 131 or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 131 entered service first in 2022, 1 years before the Shahed 238 which entered service in 2023.