OVERVIEW
The ZALA 421-08 series micro-UAV serves the Russian Armed Forces as a highly-portable air-based reconnaissance system.
The ZALA 421-08 series micro-UAV serves the Russian Armed Forces as a highly-portable air-based reconnaissance system.
YEAR: 2008
MANUFACTURER(S): ZALA Aero - Russia
PRODUCTION: 350
OPERATORS: Russia
SPECIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the ZALA 421-08 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the ZALA 421-08 model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 0
LENGTH: 1.35 feet (0.41 meters)
WIDTH: 2.62 feet (0.8 meters)
WEIGHT (EMPTY): 2 pounds (1 kilograms)
WEIGHT (MTOW): 4 pounds (2 kilograms)
ENGINE: 1 x Electric engine driving a two-bladed propeller at the nose.
SPEED (MAX): 93 miles-per-hour (150 kilometers-per-hour; 81 knots)
RANGE: 9 miles (15 kilometers; 8 nautical miles)
CEILING: 11,811 feet (3,600 meters; 2.24 miles)
ARMAMENT
None. Mission payload restricted to cameras and sensor equipment.
None. Mission payload restricted to cameras and sensor equipment.
VARIANTS
Series Model Variants
• 421-08 - Base Series Designation
Series Model Variants
• 421-08 - Base Series Designation
MEDIA
Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed Rating
Hi: 100mph
Lo: 50mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (93mph).
Graph average of 75 miles-per-hour.
City-to-City Ranges
NYC
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MSK
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TKY
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SYD
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NYC
Graph showcases the ZALA 421-08's operational range (on internal fuel) when compared to distances between major cities.
Aviation Era
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Unit Production Comparison
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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Altitude Visualization
