AH-1 Cobra vs Z-19

Overview

The AH-1 Cobra and the Z-19 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 280 km/h for the Z-19. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 700 km for the Z-19. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 6,000 m for the Z-19.

The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 186 for the Z-19. The AH-1 Cobra first flew 46 years before the Z-19 (1965 vs 2011).

American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation.
Bell AH-1 Cobra Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 7 September 1965
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 1116 units
Average unit price $13 million
Chinese light reconnaissance and attack helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, utilized by the People's Liberation Army for combat and scouting operations.
Harbin Z-19 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 186 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 13.4 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 277 km/h β—‰
Operational range 570 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW β—‰
Wing area 111.8 mΒ²
Wingspan 11.9 m β—‰
Height 4.0 m β—‰
Length 12.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 280 km/h β—‰
Operational range 700 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,250 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,350 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 350 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The Z-19 is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 570 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Z-19's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the Z-19's 4,250 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the Z-19's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 45 years before the Z-19 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or Z-19?
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 1,116 units compared to 186 units of the Z-19.