RQ-180 vs Shahed-171 Simorgh

Overview

The RQ-180 and the Shahed-171 Simorgh are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and Shahed/HESA respectively.

The RQ-180 first flew 5 years before the Shahed-171 Simorgh (2010 vs 2015).

American stealth unmanned aerial vehicle surveillance aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, designed for penetrating contested airspace.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight 3 August 2010
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Iranian jet-powered flying wing unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and precision strike missions.
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Shahed/HESA
First flight 1 January 2015
Year introduced 2015
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 40.0 m
Operational range 22,000 km
Service ceiling 18,000 m
Wingspan -- m
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling -- m

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the RQ-180 or Shahed-171 Simorgh?
The RQ-180 has a longer range at 22,000 km compared to the Shahed-171 Simorgh's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-180 or Shahed-171 Simorgh?
The RQ-180 has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Shahed-171 Simorgh's 0 meters (0 ft).