Ka-25 Hormone vs Z-11
The Ka-25 Hormone and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Changhe respectively. Top speed is 220 km/h for the Ka-25 Hormone vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The Ka-25 Hormone has an operational range of 400 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The Z-11 operates at altitudes up to 5,270 m compared to 3,350 m for the Ka-25 Hormone. At 7,500 kg MTOW, the Ka-25 Hormone is 3.4x the Z-11's 2,200 kg. The Ka-25 Hormone has been produced in 460 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The Ka-25 Hormone first flew 33 years before the Z-11 (1961 vs 1994).
| Soviet anti-submarine helicopter, recognized for Cold War naval usage, efficient in search and rescue, transportation, and assault operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 26 April 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 460 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| 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 | -- |
| Wingspan | 15.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,350 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,765 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 727 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 661 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,270 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 220 km/h, a difference of 58 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 400 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher service ceiling at 5,270 meters (17,290 ft) compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 3,350 meters (10,990 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Ka-25 Hormone has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,500 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Ka-25 Hormone is longer at 9.8 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Ka-25 Hormone entered service first in 1968, 30 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-25 Hormone or Z-11?
The Ka-25 Hormone has been produced in greater numbers with 460 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.