AW139 vs Z-9 Haitun
The AW139 and the Z-9 Haitun are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Harbin respectively. Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 315 km/h for the Z-9 Haitun. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 1,000 km for the Z-9 Haitun. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 6,000 m for the Z-9 Haitun. The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 200 for the Z-9 Haitun. The Z-9 Haitun first flew 20 years before the AW139 (1981 vs 2001).
| Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 1100 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Chinese utility helicopter, widely deployed for anti-submarine and SAR missions since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 1 January 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,061 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 571 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,050 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 272 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-9 Haitun is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the AW139's 310 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 4,100 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The AW139 is longer at 13.8 meters compared to the Z-9 Haitun's 13.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The Z-9 Haitun entered service first in 1994, 9 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Z-9 Haitun?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 200 units of the Z-9 Haitun.