AH-2 Rooivalk vs Z-10

Overview

The AH-2 Rooivalk and the Z-10 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 300 km/h for the Z-10. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 1,120 km for the Z-10. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 6,096 m for the AH-2 Rooivalk.

The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 109 for the Z-10. The AH-2 Rooivalk first flew 13 years before the Z-10 (1990 vs 2003).

South African attack helicopter, designed during the late 20th century, extensively deployed for peacekeeping missions in Africa.
Denel AH-2 Rooivalk Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Denel
First flight 15 January 1990
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 12 units
Average unit price $40 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 πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Changhe
First flight 29 April 2003
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 109 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan 15.6 m β—‰
Height 5.2 m β—‰
Length 18.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 309 km/h β—‰
Operational range 740 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,750 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,730 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 710 kW β—‰
Wingspan 13.0 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 14.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,120 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,400 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,540 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 500 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Z-10's 300 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,750 kg compared to the Z-10's 7,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Z-10's 14.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The AH-2 Rooivalk entered service first in 2011, 1 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Z-10?
The Z-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 109 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.