AS565 Panther vs Z-9 Haitun
French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s. | |
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Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
First flight | 29 February 1984 |
Year of introduction | 1994 |
Number produced | units |
Average unit price | $7 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 of introduction | 1994 |
Number produced | 200 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wingspan | 13.3 m |
Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
Length | 13.7 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | 306 km/h ◉ |
Operational range | 820 km |
Service ceiling | 5,865 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 4,300 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 2,380 kg ◉ |
Total thrust | 2 x 625 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AS565 Panther by Towpilot.