Shahed 131 vs ZALA Lancet
The Shahed 131 and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and ZALA Aero respectively. Top speed is 185 km/h for the Shahed 131 vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 131 has an operational range of 900 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. At 135 kg MTOW, the Shahed 131 is 11:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg. Unit cost is $0.02M for the Shahed 131 vs $0.037M for the ZALA Lancet.
| Iranian-made one-way attack drone, developed in the early 21st century, used for precision strikes against infrastructure and military targets. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2022 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $20K |
| 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 | 2.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 135 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 38 hp â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 1.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 40 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Shahed 131's 185 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 131 has a longer range at 900 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Shahed 131's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 131 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 135 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 131 is longer at 2.6 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is more expensive at approximately $0.0 million per unit compared to the Shahed 131 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 131 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet entered service first in 2020, 2 years before the Shahed 131 which entered service in 2022.