OH-1 Ninja vs Z-11

Overview

The OH-1 Ninja and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kawasaki and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 278 km/h for the OH-1 Ninja vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The OH-1 Ninja has an operational range of 550 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The Z-11 operates at altitudes up to 5,270 m compared to 4,880 m for the OH-1 Ninja.

The OH-1 Ninja has been produced in 38 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The Z-11 first flew 2 years before the OH-1 Ninja (1994 vs 1996).

Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance.
Kawasaki OH-1 Ninja Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kawasaki
First flight 6 August 1996
Year introduced 2000
Number produced 38 units
Average unit price --
Chinese light utility helicopter, designed in the 1980s, significant for civilian, paramilitary and military usage.
Changhe Z-11 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Changhe
First flight 1 December 1994
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 46 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan 11.6 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 12.0 m
Maximum speed 278 km/h
Operational range 550 km
Service ceiling 4,880 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,000 kg
Empty weight 2,450 kg
Total thrust 2 x 332 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 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 Z-11 has a higher service ceiling at 5,270 meters (17,290 ft) compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,880 meters (16,010 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.