206 JetRanger vs Z-11
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Changhe respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The Z-11 operates at altitudes up to 5,270 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The 206 JetRanger first flew 28 years before the Z-11 (1966 vs 1994).
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 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 | -- |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 624 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 661 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,270 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,253 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher service ceiling at 5,270 meters (17,290 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 31 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Z-11?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.