MD-500 vs Z-11
Overview
The MD-500 and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Hughes and Changhe respectively.
Top speed is 282 km/h for the MD-500 vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The MD-500 has an operational range of 430 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The Z-11 operates at altitudes up to 5,270 m compared to 4,877 m for the MD-500.
The MD-500 has been produced in 4,700 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The MD-500 first flew 12 years before the Z-11 (1982 vs 1994).
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Chinese light utility helicopter, designed in the 1980s, significant for civilian, paramilitary and military usage. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Changhe |
| First flight | 1 December 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 46 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.4 m |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 430 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 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 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Z-11's 278 km/h, a difference of 4 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher service ceiling at 5,270 meters (17,290 ft) compared to the MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,200 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The MD-500 is longer at 9.4 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 31 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-500 or Z-11?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.