H145M / EC645 vs Z-10

Overview

The H145M / EC645 and the Z-10 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645 vs 300 km/h for the Z-10. The H145M / EC645 has an operational range of 660 km vs 1,120 km for the Z-10. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 5,486 m for the H145M / EC645.

The H145M / EC645 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 109 for the Z-10. The H145M / EC645 first flew 4 years before the Z-10 (1999 vs 2003).

German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H145M / EC645 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 12 June 1999
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $25 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 --
Wingspan 10.8 m
Height 3.5 m
Length 13.0 m
Maximum speed 269 km/h
Operational range 660 km
Service ceiling 5,486 m
Max. takeoff weight 3,585 kg
Empty weight 1,792 kg
Total thrust 2 x 275 kW
Wingspan 13.0 m
Height 3.9 m
Length 14.2 m
Maximum speed 300 km/h
Operational range 1,120 km
Service ceiling 6,400 m
Max. takeoff weight 7,000 kg
Empty weight 5,540 kg
Total thrust 2 x 500 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The Z-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 269 km/h, a difference of 31 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the H145M / EC645's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,000 kg compared to the H145M / EC645's 3,585 kg.
Which is larger, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The Z-10 is longer at 14.2 meters compared to the H145M / EC645's 13.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The H145M / EC645 entered service first in 2002, 10 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H145M / EC645 or Z-10?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.