SH-2 Seasprite vs Z-11
The SH-2 Seasprite and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kaman and Changhe respectively. Top speed is 256 km/h for the SH-2 Seasprite vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The SH-2 Seasprite has an operational range of 680 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The SH-2 Seasprite operates at altitudes up to 5,486 m compared to 5,270 m for the Z-11. The SH-2 Seasprite has been produced in 184 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The SH-2 Seasprite first flew 35 years before the Z-11 (1959 vs 1994).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kaman |
| First flight | 2 July 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 184 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
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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 | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 256 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 4,173 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 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 |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 256 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a longer range at 680 km compared to the Z-11's 661 km.
Which can fly higher, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Z-11's 5,270 meters (17,290 ft).
Which is heavier, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,200 kg compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The SH-2 Seasprite is longer at 16.1 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The SH-2 Seasprite entered service first in 1962, 36 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SH-2 Seasprite or Z-11?
The SH-2 Seasprite has been produced in greater numbers with 184 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.