AH-2 Rooivalk vs Z-10
| South African attack helicopter, designed during the late 20th century, extensively deployed for peacekeeping missions in Africa. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Denel |
| First flight | 15 January 1990 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Chinese attack helicopter, operational since 2010, notable for its various deployments in the People's Liberation Army. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Changhe |
| First flight | 29 April 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 109 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,420 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,120 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,540 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,000 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AH-2 Rooivalk by Anthony Noble.
Photo of Z-10 by Alert5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Z-10's 300 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,750 kg compared to the Z-10's 7,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Z-10's 14.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk entered service first in 2011, 1 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 109 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.