Shahed 238 vs ZALA Lancet
Overview
The Shahed 238 and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by HESA and ZALA Aero respectively.
The Shahed 238 reaches 600 km/h — 2.0x the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h.
The ZALA Lancet first flew 4 years before the Shahed 238 (2019 vs 2023).
| Iranian turbojet-powered one-way attack drone, unveiled in the early 2020s, utilized for high-speed precision strikes and suppression of enemy air defenses. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 September 2023 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 600 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m |
| Length | 1.7 m |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 40 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 238 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a longer range at 40 km compared to the Shahed 238's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Shahed 238's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12 kg compared to the Shahed 238's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is longer at 1.7 meters compared to the Shahed 238's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 238 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet entered service first in 2020, 3 years before the Shahed 238 which entered service in 2023.