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. | |
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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 | -- |
| 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 | 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.