EC665 Tiger vs Z-10

Overview

The EC665 Tiger and the Z-10 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Eurocopter and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger vs 300 km/h for the Z-10. The EC665 Tiger has an operational range of 800 km vs 1,120 km for the Z-10. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.

The EC665 Tiger has been produced in 180 units vs 109 for the Z-10. The EC665 Tiger first flew 12 years before the Z-10 (1991 vs 2003).

German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Eurocopter
First flight 27 April 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 180 units
Average unit price $36 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 4.5 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg
Empty weight 4,200 kg
Total thrust 2 x 479 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 EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Z-10's 300 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the EC665 Tiger's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The Z-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,000 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The EC665 Tiger is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the Z-10's 14.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The EC665 Tiger entered service first in 2002, 10 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EC665 Tiger or Z-10?
The EC665 Tiger has been produced in greater numbers with 180 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.