Shahed-149 Gaza vs Wing Loong II

Overview

The Shahed-149 Gaza and the Wing Loong II are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and CAIG / CASC respectively.

Top speed is 340 km/h for the Shahed-149 Gaza vs 370 km/h for the Wing Loong II. The Shahed-149 Gaza has an operational range of 7,000 km vs 1,000 km for the Wing Loong II. The Shahed-149 Gaza operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 9,000 m for the Wing Loong II.

The Shahed-149 Gaza has been produced in 3 units vs 100 for the Wing Loong II.

Iranian high-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 2021s, operated for reconnaissance and precision strike missions.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer HESA
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced 3 units
Average unit price --
Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CAIG / CASC
First flight 1 February 2017
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan 21.0 m
Height 3.2 m
Length 10.0 m
Maximum speed 340 km/h
Operational range 7,000 km
Service ceiling 11,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 3,200 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 20.5 m
Height -- m
Length 11.0 m
Maximum speed 370 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km
Service ceiling 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,200 kg
Empty weight 1,500 kg

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 340 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Shahed-149 Gaza has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Shahed-149 Gaza has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the Wing Loong II's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 3,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Shahed-149 Gaza's 10.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II entered service first in 2018, 4 years before the Shahed-149 Gaza which entered service in 2022.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Shahed-149 Gaza or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has been produced in greater numbers with 100 units compared to 3 units of the Shahed-149 Gaza.