AW139 vs Z-18
Overview
The AW139 and the Z-18 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Changhe respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 336 km/h for the Z-18. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 1,000 km for the Z-18. The Z-18 operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 6,096 m for the AW139. At 13,800 kg MTOW, the Z-18 is 2.2x the AW139's 6,400 kg.
The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 133 for the Z-18. The AW139 first flew 9 years before the Z-18 (2001 vs 2010).
| Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 1100 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Chinese utility helicopter, employed since 2014, notably for high altitude operations and transportation in People's Liberation Army. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Changhe |
| First flight | 18 March 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 133 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,061 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 571 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 336 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,800 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,865 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 433 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or Z-18?
The Z-18 is faster with a maximum speed of 336 km/h compared to the AW139's 310 km/h, a difference of 26 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Z-18?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Z-18's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Z-18?
The Z-18 has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the AW139's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Z-18?
The Z-18 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,800 kg compared to the AW139's 6,400 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Z-18?
The Z-18 is longer at 23.0 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Z-18?
The AW139 entered service first in 2003, 15 years before the Z-18 which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Z-18?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 133 units of the Z-18.