206 JetRanger vs Z-19

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the Z-19 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 280 km/h for the Z-19. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 700 km for the Z-19. The Z-19 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 186 for the Z-19. The 206 JetRanger first flew 45 years before the Z-19 (1966 vs 2011).

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 light reconnaissance and attack helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, utilized by the People's Liberation Army for combat and scouting operations.
Harbin Z-19 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 186 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
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—‰
Wing area 111.8 mΒ²
Wingspan 11.9 m β—‰
Height 4.0 m β—‰
Length 12.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 280 km/h β—‰
Operational range 700 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,250 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,350 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 350 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The Z-19 is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 54 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,250 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Z-19's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 45 years before the Z-19 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Z-19?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 186 units of the Z-19.