Harbin WZ-19 Black Whirlwind
Type: Attack Helicopter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
First Deployed: 2012
Overview
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.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 (tandem) |
|---|---|
| range | 700 km |
| engine | 2x WZ-8A turboshaft |
| weight | 2,700 kg empty |
| ceiling | 4,500 m |
| armament | HJ-8/HJ-9/HJ-10 ATGMs, TY-90 AAMs, 23mm cannon pod, 57mm/90mm rockets |
| max_speed | 245 km/h |
Operators
- China
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