206 JetRanger vs Z-10

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the Z-10 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 300 km/h for the Z-10. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 1,120 km for the Z-10. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 7,000 kg MTOW, the Z-10 is 2.8x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 109 for the Z-10. The 206 JetRanger first flew 37 years before the Z-10 (1966 vs 2003).

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bell 206 JetRanger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 10 January 1966
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 7300 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Chinese attack helicopter, operational since 2010, notable for its various deployments in the People's Liberation Army.
Changhe Z-10 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Changhe
First flight 29 April 2003
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 109 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan 10.2 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 12.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 226 km/h β—‰
Operational range 624 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW β—‰
Wingspan 13.0 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 14.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,120 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,400 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,540 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 500 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The Z-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The Z-10 is longer at 14.2 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 45 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Z-10?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.