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Shahed 131 vs Switchblade 600

Shahed 131 vs Switchblade 600 at a glance — top speed 185 vs 185 km/h, range 900 vs 80 km, max takeoff weight 135 vs 15 kg.

Specifications
Shahed 131 Switchblade 600
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA AeroVironment
First flight -- 1 January 2019
Year introduced 2022 2022
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $20K --
Wingspan 2.2 m -- m
Length 2.6 m 1.3 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h 185 km/h
Operational range 900 km 80 km
Max. takeoff weight 135 kg 15 kg
Empty weight -- kg 15 kg
Total thrust 1 x 38 hp --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed 131 or Switchblade 600?
Both the Shahed 131 and Switchblade 600 have a maximum speed of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 131 or Switchblade 600?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the Switchblade 600's 80 km.
Which is heavier, the Shahed 131 or Switchblade 600?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the Switchblade 600's 15 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 131 or Switchblade 600?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the Switchblade 600's 1.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 131 or Switchblade 600?
Both the Shahed 131 and Switchblade 600 entered service in the same year: 2022.