206 JetRanger vs Z-20

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the Z-20 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 360 km/h for the Z-20. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 560 km for the Z-20. The Z-20 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 10,000 kg MTOW, the Z-20 is 4.0x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 230 for the Z-20. The 206 JetRanger first flew 47 years before the Z-20 (1966 vs 2013).

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 medium-lift utility helicopter, developed in the 2010s, utilized for transport, assault, and search and rescue operations by the Chinese military.
Harbin Z-20 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 23 December 2013
Year introduced 2019
Number produced 230 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 16.0 m β—‰
Height 5.3 m β—‰
Length 20.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 360 km/h β—‰
Operational range 560 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,000 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 800 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The Z-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 360 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 134 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the Z-20's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The Z-20 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-20?
The Z-20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The Z-20 is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 52 years before the Z-20 which entered service in 2019.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Z-20?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 230 units of the Z-20.