206 JetRanger vs Z-11
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 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 | $-- million |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 661 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z-11 by Changhe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Z-11's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 31 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.