MilitaryShahed 129
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The Shahed 129 is an Iranian medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). Developed by HESA, it is designed for reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat missions, capable of carrying precision-guided munitions.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | Iran |
| Manufacturer | Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA) |
| Introduced | 2012 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 150 km/h |
| Range | 1,700 km |
| Weight | 2.3 t |
History
It was developed by Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA) and unveiled in 2012, seeing extensive use in the Syrian Civil War.
Operators
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