Shahed 136 vs ZALA Lancet
The Shahed 136 and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by Shahed Aviation Industries and ZALA Aero respectively. Top speed is 185 km/h for the Shahed 136 vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The Shahed 136 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,000 m for the Shahed 136. At 200 kg MTOW, the Shahed 136 is 17:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg. Unit cost is $0.193M for the Shahed 136 vs $0.037M for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet first flew 2 years before the Shahed 136 (2019 vs 2021).
| Iranian-designed loitering munition, introduced in the early 2020s, utilized as an autonomous pusher-propelled drone for attacking ground targets. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Shahed Aviation Industries |
| First flight | 1 January 2021 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $193K |
| 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 | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 37 kW 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 â—‰ |
| 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 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Shahed 136's 185 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 136 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Shahed 136's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 136 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 200 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 136 is longer at 3.5 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The Shahed 136 is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the ZALA Lancet at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Shahed 136 or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet entered service first in 2020, 1 years before the Shahed 136 which entered service in 2021.