SA340 Gazelle vs Z-11
French light utility helicopter, known for its extensive use in military and civil applications since its 1960s introduction. | |
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Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
First flight | 7 April 1967 |
Year of introduction | 1971 |
Number produced | 1775 units |
Average unit price | $1.7 million |
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 of introduction | 1998 |
Number produced | 46 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wingspan | 10.5 m |
Height | 3.2 m ◉ |
Length | 11.9 m |
Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
Operational range | 670 km |
Service ceiling | 4,450 m |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 1,009 kg |
Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW ◉ |
Wingspan | -- m |
Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
Length | -- m |
Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
Operational range | None km |
Service ceiling | None m |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,200 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | None kg |
Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z-11 by Changhe.