AH-64 Apache vs Z-10
| American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 30 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 2400 units |
| Average unit price | $33 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 |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 293 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,670 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,107 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,352 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The Z-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the AH-64 Apache's 293 km/h, a difference of 7 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the AH-64 Apache's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the AH-64 Apache's 5,670 meters (18,602 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,107 kg compared to the Z-10's 7,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The AH-64 Apache is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Z-10's 14.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The AH-64 Apache entered service first in 1984, 28 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-64 Apache or Z-10?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.