WZ-10
Type: Attack Helicopter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
Overview
The WZ-10 (Fierce Thunderbolt) is China's primary dedicated attack helicopter, developed jointly by AVIC and featuring an anti-tank/air assault role comparable to the AH-64 Apache. The WZ-10 carries anti-tank guided missiles, air-to-air missiles, rockets, and a chin-mounted gun. It is operated by both PLAGF and PLAMC and forms the backbone of China's helicopter attack force.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 (tandem) |
|---|---|
| range | 800 km ferry / 400 km combat |
| engine | 2× WZ-9 turboshaft (1,600 shp each) |
| weight | 5,540 kg empty |
| ceiling | 6,400 m |
| armament | 23mm gun, 4× HJ-10 ATGMs or TY-90 AAMs, 57mm/90mm rocket pods |
| max_speed | 270 km/h |
Operators
- China
- Pakistan
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