Bo 105 vs Z-10

The Bo 105 and the Z-10 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Changhe respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 300 km/h for the Z-10. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 1,120 km for the Z-10. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 5,182 m for the Bo 105. At 7,000 kg MTOW, the Z-10 is 2.6x the Bo 105's 2,700 kg. The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 109 for the Z-10. The Bo 105 first flew 36 years before the Z-10 (1967 vs 2003).

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
MBB Bo 105 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $0.6 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 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Changhe
First flight 29 April 2003
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 109 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 270 km/h â—‰
Operational range 657 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,182 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,675 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 332 kW â—‰
Wingspan 13.0 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 14.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,120 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,540 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,000 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Z-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 270 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,000 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Z-10 is longer at 14.2 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 42 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or Z-10?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.