SA340 Gazelle vs Z-11
| French light utility helicopter, known for its extensive use in military and civil applications since its 1960s introduction. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 1775 units |
| Average unit price | $1.7 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 | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 361 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,450 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,009 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 661 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z-11 by Changhe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The SA340 Gazelle is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Z-11's 278 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 361 km.
Which can fly higher, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The SA340 Gazelle has a higher service ceiling at 4,450 meters (14,599 ft) compared to the Z-11's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,200 kg compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 2,100 kg.
Which is larger, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The SA340 Gazelle is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The SA340 Gazelle entered service first in 1971, 27 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SA340 Gazelle or Z-11?
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,775 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.