Bell 47 vs Z-11
Overview
The Bell 47 and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Changhe respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 661 km for the Z-11.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The Bell 47 first flew 48 years before the Z-11 (1946 vs 1994).
| American single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 January 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 5600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | -- |
| Wing area | 100.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.6 m |
| Maximum speed | 169 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 396 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,338 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 859 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 210 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 661 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,270 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,253 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 109 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher service ceiling at 5,270 meters (17,290 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,200 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Bell 47 is longer at 9.6 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 52 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or Z-11?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.