AH-64 Apache vs Z-11
The AH-64 Apache and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Changhe respectively. Top speed is 293 km/h for the AH-64 Apache vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The AH-64 Apache has an operational range of 480 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The AH-64 Apache operates at altitudes up to 5,670 m compared to 5,270 m for the Z-11. At 10,107 kg MTOW, the AH-64 Apache is 4.6x the Z-11's 2,200 kg. The AH-64 Apache has been produced in 2,400 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The AH-64 Apache first flew 19 years before the Z-11 (1975 vs 1994).
| 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 light utility helicopter, designed in the 1980s, significant for civilian, paramilitary and military usage. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Changhe |
| First flight | 1 December 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 46 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.7 m |
| Maximum speed | 293 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 480 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,670 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,107 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,352 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 604 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 661 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,270 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,253 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache is faster with a maximum speed of 293 km/h compared to the Z-11's 278 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the AH-64 Apache's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher service ceiling at 5,670 meters (18,602 ft) compared to the Z-11's 5,270 meters (17,290 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,107 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache entered service first in 1984, 14 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-64 Apache or Z-11?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.