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Harbin WZ-19 Black Whirlwind

ChinaAVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)Helicóptero de AtaquePrimer Vuelo:2012
DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA

The WZ-19 (Z-19) is a lightweight dedicated reconnaissance and attack helicopter operated by the People's Liberation Army. Featuring a narrow twin-boom fuselage with tandem cockpit, it carries anti-tank missiles, unguided rockets, and can designate targets for other platforms. Derived from the Z-9 Haitun (Eurocopter Dauphin license), it complements the heavier WZ-10 in PLA aviation.

Harbin WZ-19 Black Whirlwind
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Harbin WZ-19 Black Whirlwind - AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
VENTAJAS
  • Narrow tandem profile minimizes frontal radar and visual signature
  • Based on reliable Z-9 airframe with extensive service history
  • Anti-tank missile and rocket armament for close air support
  • Relatively low cost compared to WZ-10 heavy attack helicopter
  • Target designation capability for WZ-10 coordination
DESVENTAJAS
  • Lighter armament than WZ-10 limits anti-armor effectiveness
  • Based on 1970s civil helicopter design limits growth potential
  • No turboshaft engine redundancy
  • Smaller payload than Western attack helicopters like OH-58D
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
CREW2 (Tandem)
RANGE700 Km
ENGINE2x WZ-8A Turboshaft
WEIGHT2,700 Kg Empty
CEILING4,500 M
ARMAMENTHJ-8/HJ-9/HJ-10 ATGMs, TY-90 AAMs, 23mm Cannon Pod, 57mm/90mm Rockets
MAX SPEED245 Km/H
INTELIGENCIA RELACIONADA6 ARTÍCULOS
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