OH-1 Ninja vs Z-19
Overview
The OH-1 Ninja and the Z-19 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kawasaki and Harbin respectively.
Top speed is 278 km/h for the OH-1 Ninja vs 280 km/h for the Z-19. The OH-1 Ninja has an operational range of 550 km vs 700 km for the Z-19. The Z-19 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,880 m for the OH-1 Ninja.
The OH-1 Ninja has been produced in 38 units vs 186 for the Z-19. The OH-1 Ninja first flew 15 years before the Z-19 (1996 vs 2011).
| 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 reconnaissance and attack helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, utilized by the People's Liberation Army for combat and scouting operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 186 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 111.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,250 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,350 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 350 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 278 km/h, a difference of 2 km/h.
Which has longer range, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,880 meters (16,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,250 kg compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,000 kg.
Which is larger, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The OH-1 Ninja entered service first in 2000, 12 years before the Z-19 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the OH-1 Ninja or Z-19?
The Z-19 has been produced in greater numbers with 186 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.