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Shahed 129

Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries Corporation (HESA) · Iran · Digital Age (2010–present)

Shahed 129 — Fixed Wing
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The Shahed 129 is an Iranian single-engine medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) designed by Shahed Aviation Industries for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Shahed 129 is capable of combat and reconnaissance missions and has an endurance of 24 hours; it is similar in size, shape and role to the American MQ-1 Predator and is widely considered as one of the most capable drones in Iranian service.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Country
Iran
Manufacturer
Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries Corporation (HESA)
Operator
Iran
Status
Active
Service Entry
2013
Produced
42
Engine
1× four cylinder, four stroke aircraft engine 75 kW (100 shp)
Length (ft)
26
Wingspan (ft)
52
Endurance (hr)
24h
Service Ceiling (ft)
24000
Max Speed (mph)
93