Iran has recently introduced its new long-range combat drone, Shahed-149 “Gaza” developed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard (IRGC).
The unmanned aircraft is designed for strategic missions and has qualities that classify it as the world’s leading military drone systems.
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According to information published by official Iranian channels, Gaza can fly up to 35 hours and can reach more than 300 km/h.
Operating range is 4,000km, which means that it can achieve targets beyond the region, including Israel Also located about 2,300 km from the Iranian area.
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Offensiveness
The drone is capable of transporting up to 500 kg of useful burden, including 12-13 precision-controlled bombs such as the Sadid-345. During a single mission, you can drop up to 12 bombs to increase the Iranian force offense.
Technical data
- Total range: 4 000 km (about 1,000 km of operational radius return)
- Useful burden: 500 kg
- Arms: up to 12-13 Sadid controlled bomb
- Flight time: 35 hours
- Maximum speed: 350 km/h
- Size: 21-22 m wing spacing
- Take -off weight: 3 100 kg
Similarities with Western drones
Shahed-149’s design shows a striking similarity to the US MQ-9 Reaper with a drone considered to be one of the most deadly drones in the West.
The comparison highlights the development of Iran’s defense industry, which seeks greater technological independence in defense systems.
Source and pictures: @iriran_military. This content was made with artificial intelligence and was checked by the editorial team.
