Z-10 vs Z-9 Haitun

Overview

The Z-10 and the Z-9 Haitun are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Changhe and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 300 km/h for the Z-10 vs 315 km/h for the Z-9 Haitun. The Z-10 has an operational range of 1,120 km vs 1,000 km for the Z-9 Haitun. The Z-10 operates at altitudes up to 6,400 m compared to 6,000 m for the Z-9 Haitun.

The Z-10 has been produced in 109 units vs 200 for the Z-9 Haitun. The Z-9 Haitun first flew 22 years before the Z-10 (1981 vs 2003).

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 --
Chinese utility helicopter, widely deployed for anti-submarine and SAR missions since the late 20th century.
Harbin Z-9 Haitun Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 1 January 1981
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 200 units
Average unit price --
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
Wingspan 11.9 m
Height 3.5 m
Length 13.7 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km
Service ceiling 6,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,100 kg
Empty weight 2,050 kg
Total thrust 2 x 272 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-9 Haitun 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 Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-10 has a longer range at 1,120 km compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-10 has a higher service ceiling at 6,400 meters (20,997 ft) compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,000 kg compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 4,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-10 is longer at 14.2 meters compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 13.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-9 Haitun entered service first in 1994, 18 years before the Z-10 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Z-10 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-9 Haitun has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 109 units of the Z-10.