Wing Loong II vs ZALA Lancet
The Wing Loong II and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by CAIG / CASC and ZALA Aero respectively. Top speed is 370 km/h for the Wing Loong II vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The Wing Loong II has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The Wing Loong II operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the ZALA Lancet. At 4,200 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong II is 350:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg. The Wing Loong II has been produced in 100 units vs 6,000 for the ZALA Lancet. Unit cost is $2M for the Wing Loong II vs $0.037M for the ZALA Lancet. The Wing Loong II first flew 2 years before the ZALA Lancet (2017 vs 2019).
| 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 |
| 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 | 20.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| 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 â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the ZALA Lancet's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the ZALA Lancet at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The Wing Loong II entered service first in 2018, 2 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Wing Loong II or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 100 units of the Wing Loong II.