OH-1 Ninja vs Z-11
| Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| First flight | 6 August 1996 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | $-- million |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,880 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,450 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 664 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 661 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of OH-1 Ninja by 陸上自衛隊.
Photo of Z-11 by Changhe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 278 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The Z-11 has a longer range at 661 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher service ceiling at 4,880 meters (16,010 ft) compared to the Z-11's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,000 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The OH-1 Ninja is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The Z-11 entered service first in 1998, 2 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-11?
The Z-11 has been produced in greater numbers with 46 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.