tech tree Chinese Helicopter Tech Tree [16 Helicopters]

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New Chinese Helicopter Tree:

After founding the Pan-Asian Tech Tree Project, I planned to release it proper, but after that was almost completed the Gaijin Chinese Tech Tree Released. I decided to instead post all the documented information we have into the suggestions (tanks/aircraft/ships/helicopters).
     
     Take all Battle-Ratings/Ranks of the Helicopters with a Grain of Salt. The best I can do is estimate based on their performance, and issues arise (and its hard to find a Battle Rating) when you are only guesstimating. Any BR/Rank can change when its only on Paper.

I will also include as much community support as possible, adding Helicopters suggested by the community on this tree.

 

My Other Chinese Posts:
Reworked Chinese Aviation Tree: 3 Trees [4 Lines]

 

Special Thanks Too:

Miki_Hoshii
ItssLuBu

For Significantly Researching And Posting Information On Chinese Helicopters To Help Me On This Post

 

The Tree Itself

Opening It In A New Tab Can Make It Significantly Larger

 

Utility Line

 

Rank V

 

❂ AIDC UH-1H

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"On August 13, 1969, AIDC signed an agreement with Bell to assemble 118 UH-1H for the ROC Army. Included in the work was the co-production of eighty Avco Lycoming T53-L-13B turboshaft engines for these helicopters, which AIDC shared 23.7% of the work. To accommodate the engine production, AIDC established the Jiehshou No. 2 Factory in 1972. The first UH-1H was rolled out on December 14, 1970 and the last one was completed in 1976."

"In Transportation conditions, the UH-1H could be armed Type 57 (M60) 7.62mm door guns, alongside this a number of ROCA UH-1H had been locally fitted with M3 Aerial Rocket Artillery weapon systems to provide gunship capabilities before the Army acquired the AH-1W. The M3 contained a pair of 24-tube 70mm mighty mouse rockets in large rectangular box-like containers. Later in service, the M3 was replaced with a pair of much smaller 7-tube 70mm mighty mouse rocket pods."

 

"The UH-1H was assigned to the 601st Air Cavalry Brigade at Longtan Air Base, the 602nd Air Calvary Brigade at Hsinchu Air Base, as well as Aviation Training Command at Guerin airport. The UH-1H would relinquish its gunship role with the arrival of the ROCA's first dedicated gunships, the AH-1W Super Cobra in 1993. In 2010, the Republic of China purchased new UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to replace the UH-1H in its transport role. The last of the ROCA's UH-1H's were retired on December 30th, 2018."

 

Length: 
Fuselage: 41 ft 10 in

Rotors Turning: 57 ft 9.7 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 48 ft

Tail Rotor: 8 ft 6 in
Height: 14 ft 5 in

Weight: 

Empty: 2.4 t

Gross Weight: 4.1 t

MTOW: 4.3 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2-4

Troops: 11-14

 

Powerplant: 1 x Lycoming T53-L-13B Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,400 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 2 Blade

Tail Rotor: 2 Blade
Speed:

Max: 143 mph
Cruise: 125 mph
Range: 318 mi

Service Ceiling: 13,600 ft

Armament: 

1 x 1 7.62mm Type 57 Machine Gun [Left Door Pintle-Mounted]

1 x 1 7.62mm Type 57 Machine Gun [Right Door Pintle-Mounted]

Hardpoints: 2

24 x 2 70mm FFAR Rockets

24 x 2 70mm Hydra 70 Rockets

 

Total Amount: 118

Country of Origin: United States/ROC
Year: 1970

 

Rank: V

Battle Rating: 8.0

Sources:

https://old.weaponsystems.net/weaponsystem/FF02 - Bell 205.html#stat_tab-2

http://www.taiwanairpower.org/army/uh1h.html

 

❂ OH-6A

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The OH-6A made its first flight in 1963. The Cayuse was publicly introduced in 1966 and set several records, including record for endurance, speed and rate of climb. In 1966 it entered military service with the US Army. During the Vietnam War the OH-6 helicopters served in huge numbers and were used for light observation and utility roles."

 

"The OH-6A [Cayuse] (white) was used alongside the AH-1 Cobra (red) attack helicopters, forming (pink) hunter killer teams. It could accomplish missions that bigger, slower and louder helicopters couldn’t do. Under enemy fire this nimble machine had to flew low to the ground, just above the jungle canopy. Once enemy positions opened fire at the Cayuse, they were destroyed by escorting Cobras. Due to it’s designation “LOH” (Light Observation Helicopter), pilots and crew nicknamed this helicopter “LOACH”."

The OH-6, proved to be a extremely successful helicopter, and was eventually exported or found its way to 6 other countries. This includes the Republic of China, Spain, Japan, The Dominican Republic, Denmark, and Nicaragua.

 

Length: 30 ft 10 in --> 32 ft 2 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 27 ft 5 in
Height: 8 ft 6 in --> 11 ft 2 in

Weight: 

Empty: .98 t

MTOW: 1.77 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2
Pilot
Observer/Doorgunner

Troops: 2-3

 

Powerplant: 1 x Allison T63-A-700
Power Per Engine: 317 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4 Blade Semi-Rigid

Tail Rotor: 2 Blade
Speed:

Never Exceed: 175 mph

Max: 155 mph
Range: 267 mi

Service Ceiling: 15,994 ft

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

1 x 2 7.62mm M134 6-barreled Gatling Type Machine Gun Pods

7 x 2 M260 70mm Hydra 70 Rocket Pods

12 x 2 M260 70mm Hydra 70 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 .50 Caliber Machine Gun Pods

1 x 2 M75 40mm Grenade Launchers

1 x 2 MK19 40mm Grenade Launchers

2 x 2 TOW Missile Pods

1 x 2 Hellfire ATGM's

1 x 2 Stinger AAM's

 

Total Amount: 1,420 [Total OH-6's]

Country of Origin: United States
Year: 1965

 

Rank: V

Battle Rating: 9.0

Sources:

http://www.vietnamhelicopters.org/oh-6a-cayuse-67-16304/

https://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ac/oh-6.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hughes_OH-6_Cayuse

 

 

 

Rank VI

 

❂ OH-58

Spoiler

 

Basic Info: 

 "Prior to the OH-58D, the Republic of China Army operated a handful of OH-6A's as observation helicopters, but by the late 1980's it was clear that they were in need of replacing. A program to modernize the Republic of China's aircraft and rotorcraft called Lu Peng began in August of 1991. To replace the OH-6A in the observation role, it was clear that its direct US successor was the ideal replacement to the ROCA's aging OH-6A's. The OH-58D is considered the most heavily armed variant of the OH-58 series of observation helicopters. Powered by a single Rolls-Royce T703-AD-700A turbine producing 650 SHP, the OH-58D is a small and swift helicopter. Equipped on the top of the rotor blades is the Mast Mounted Sight (MMS), which is equipped with a stabilized thermal camera system, as well as a laser rangefinder and designator. This allowed the helicopter to both observe and engage targets without needing to expose the entire helicopter, as all it needed was the MMS to peak over a hill or treeline. In order to complete its mission safely and return home, the OH-58D was equipped with an infrared exhaust suppression system, an IRCM "disco ball" jammer, as well as radar warning, and laser warning receivers. In February 1992, the ROCA placed an order for 12 OH-58D's, as well as 14 optional additional helicopters. The first OH-58D's arrived in Taiwan in October of 1993, and all optional 14 helicopters were ordered, bring the total to 26. Again, in 1997 additional OH-58's were request by the military, and in 1998 Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation was awarded a contract to assemble 13 OH-58D's. The first AIDC assembled OH-58D rolled off the production line in 1999, and all 13 were delivered by 2001. The OH-58D also one of the first armed observation helicopter operated by the ROCA, being equipped with two pylons on each side capable of mounting two Hellfires, or two 7-tube Hydra rocket pods. The port side pylon also is capable of mounting the M296 12.7mm gunpod with a maximum rate of fire of 850 rounds per minute. OH-58D's in ROCA service are currently assigned to Armed Reconnaissance Battalion's of both the 601st, and 602nd Air Cavalry Brigades, with 38 in service in 2019."

 

Length: 41 ft 11 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 35 ft
Height: 12 ft 11 in

Weight: 

Max Gross Unarmed: 2.25 t

Max Gross Armed: 2.75 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2 Pilots

Troops: 6

 

Powerplant: 1 x Rolls-Royce T703-AD-700A
Power Per Engine: 650 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4 Blade

Tail Rotor: 2 Blade
Speed:

Max: 149 mph

Cruise: 92 mph
Range: 161 mi

Service Ceiling: 15,000 ft

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

1 x 2 12.7mm M296 Gunpod

7 x 2 70mm Hydra Rockets

2 x 2 AGM-114C Hellfire ATGM's

2 x 2 AGM-114K/M Hellfire II ATGM's

2 x 2 Stinger AAM

Other:

Mast Mounted Sight

Thermal Imaging Sensor

Television Sensor

Laser Range Finder/Designator

Optical Boresight System

Aircraft Survivability Equipment

IR Signature Suppressor on Engine Exhaust

AN/APX-100 IFF

AN/ALQ-144 IR Jammer

AN/APR-39A Radar Warning Receiver

AN/APR-44(V)3 Radar Warning Receiver

AN/AVR-2 Laser Detecting Set

Other

AN/AVS-6 Helmet Mounted NV

 

Total Amount: 39

Country of Origin: United States/ROC
Year: 1993

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 9.7

Sources:

https://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ac/oh-58.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_OH-58_Kiowa

http://www.taiwanairpower.org/army/oh58d.html

 

 SA-342L

Spoiler

Basic Info: 
"The Eurocopter/Aerospatiale SA 341/342 Gazelle is a French built light utility helicopter which was first flown in 1967. Military missions include attack, antitank, antihelicopter, reconnaissance, utility, transport, and training."
 

In the Mid-1980's Eight of the SA-342L Gazelle were sold to the PLA by France. In French Service they were armed with HOT wire-guided ATGM's but were replaced by the HJ-8 ATGM in PLA Service. The PLA now mostly uses them in training exercises.

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 31 ft 2 in

Rotors Turning: 39 ft

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 34 ft 5 in

Tail Rotor: 2 ft 3 in
Height: 10 ft 2 in

Weight: 

Max Gross: 2.2 t

Normal Takeoff: 1.98 t
Empty: 1.1 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2 Pilots

 

Powerplant: 1 x Turbomeca Astazou XIVM
Power Per Engine: 858 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 3 Blade

Tail Rotor: 13 Blade
Speed:

Max: 161 mph
Range: 440 mi

Service Ceiling: 16,404 ft

Armament:

1 x 1 20mm GIAT M.621 Cannon [100 Rounds]

Hardpoints: 2

1 x 2 7.62mm AA-52 FN MG Pods [1,000 Rounds]

12 x 2 68mm SNEB Rocket Pods

18 x 2 57mm Rockets

2 x 2 HJ-8 ATGM's

Other:

IR Signature Suppressor on Engine Exhaust

Standard NVD

 

Total Amount: 8

Country of Origin: France
Year: 1980-90

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 9.7

Sources:

Book

Archived Military Aircraft Forecast
https://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ac/row/gazelle.htm

http://www.aviastar.org/helicopters_eng/gazelle.php

https://wiki.hoggitworld.com/view/SA34

https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/type/GAZL

https://barrieaircraft.com/aerospatiale-sa-341342-gazelle.html

 

 

 

ROC Attack Line

 

Rank VI

 

❂ AH-1W

Spoiler

Basic Info: 
"The Bell AH-1W Super Cobra was the final variation of the Super Cobra line; a twin engine configuration of the Cobra and further development of the Sea Cobra. The AH-1W's twin engine design improved safety while operating over water as required by the United States Marine Corps. Each General Electric T700-401 turboshaft produces 1,700 SHP continuously, but was capable of up to 2,082 SHP for a 30 minute duration. The AH-1W also featured a laser designating system, thermals, and the ability to mount AIM-9 Sidewinders and AGM-114 Hellfires. As early as the 1984, the Republic of China was interested in acquiring a helicopter dedicated to performing a gunship role for its army and considered both the MD500 as well as the Bo 105. Under the program Lu Peng, the ROCA sought to upgrade its helicopter fleet and made a request to purchase 18 AH-1W Super Cobra's alongside OH-58's. The order was officially placed in February 1992, and the first 9 AH-1W's were delivered in April 1993. By the mid 1990's several batches of AH-1W's were purchased and delivered to the ROCA totaling 42 helicopters. In 1997 another order was placed for 21 more AH-1W's, with the final delivery being completed in 2001. The AH-1W Super Cobra's were attached to the 601st and 602nd Air Calvary Brigades located in Longtan, and Hsinsher. Additionally AH-1W's operate with Aviation Training Command in Kueijen. In total the ROCA had received 63 AH-1W Super Cobra's, of these 61 remain in service as of 2020 after two were lost in accidents in 1999 and 2009. The AH-1W currently remains the primary attack helicopter of the ROCA's foreseeable future."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 44 ft 7 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 48 ft
Height: 13 ft 5 in

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 7.36 t
Empty: 5.46 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

Pilot
Co-Pilot/Gunner

 

Powerplant: 2 x General Electric T700-401 Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,680 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 2

Tail Rotor: 2
Speed:

Max: 218 mph
Range: 365 mi

Service Ceiling: 12,200 ft

Armament: 

1 x 1 20mm M197 3-barreled cannon [750 Rounds] (A/A49E-7 Turret)

Hardpoints: 6

7 x 4 70mm Hydra 70 Rockets [LAU-68C/A Pods]

19 x 4 70mm Hydra 70 Rockets [LAU-61D/A Pods]

4 x 2 127mm Zuni Rockets [LAU-10D/A Pods]

2 x 4 BGM-71 TOW-2A/B ATGM's

2 x 4 AGM-114C Hellfire ATGM's

2 x 4 AGM-114K/M Hellfire II ATGM's

1 x 2 AIM-9S Sidewinders AAM's

 

 

Other:

Engine Exhaust Infrared Suppression

Night Targeting System Thermal Camera 

AN/ALQ-144 IRCM

AN/APR-39 & AN/APR-44 Radar Warning Receiver

AN/ALE-39 Chaff/Flare Dispenser

Laser Rangefinder

Laser Designator 

AN/AVS-6 Helmet Mounted Night Vision 

 

Total Amount: 63

Country of Origin: United States
Year: 1993

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 9.7

Sources:

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/systems/aircraft/ah-1w-specs.htm

http://www.taiwanairpower.org/army/ah1w.html

https://www.military.com/equipment/ah-1w-super-cobra

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_AH-1_SuperCobra

 

 

Rank VII

 

❂ AH-64E

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian is the latest variant of the famous AH-64 Apache to enter service. Originally designated the AH-64D Block III Apache Longbow, it was redesignated AH-64E Apache Guardian in 2012 to better represent the increased capabilities of the type. The AH-64E received new composite rotor blades, more powerful General Electric T700-GE-701D turboshaft engines producing 1,994 SHP each, as well as a new transmission to accommodate the power. Due to these upgrades both speed, climb rate, and payload capacity increased on the AH-64E. Other upgrades include a revised landing gear design, Joint Tactical Information Distribution System data link, the ability to control UAV's, and full instrument flight rules flight capability. On June 2011, the Republic of China purchased 30 AH-64E Apache Guardians to complement its fleet of AH-1W Super Cobra's then in service. These AH-64E's were equipped with a variety of defensive measures including the AN/AVR-2 laser warning receiver, and AN/AAR-57 missile warning system. On the November 5th 2013, the first 6 AH-64E's arrived to Taiwan in its initial batch. On April 25th 2014, an AH-64E crashed into a building in poor weather, the crash left the pilot and gunner injured and was determined to be pilot error when the pilot descended rapidly through the clouds without checking their instruments. In response the Republic of China increased AH-64E simulator training. On October of the same year, the final AH-64E's were delivered to the Republic of China. On July 17th 2018, the AH-64E was declared to be fully operational, being deployed in two squadrons within the 601st Air Calvary Brigade in Longtan Air Base. 29 ROCA AH-64E's are currently operated as of 2020."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 58 ft 1 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 47 ft 11 in
Height: 16 ft 5 in

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 10.43 t
Empty: 5.17 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x General Electric T700-GE-701D Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,994 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4

Tail Rotor: 4
Speed:

Never Exceed: 227 mph

Max: 182 mph
Range: 300 mi

Service Ceiling: 20,997 ft

Armament: 

1 x 1 30mm M230A1 Cannon [1,200 Rounds]

Hardpoints: 6

19 x 4 70mm Hydra 70 Rockets [LAU-61D/A Pods]

4 x 4 AGM-114C Hellfire ATGM's

4 x 4 AGM-114K/M Hellfire II ATGM's

4 x 4 AGM-114L Longbow Hellfire ATGM's

1 x 2 AGM-122 Anti-Radiation Missiles

2 x 2 AIM-92 Stinger AAM's

 

Other:

Engine Exhaust Infrared Suppression

AN/APG-78 Longbow Fire Control Radar (8 km (5 mi) max range)

AN/APR-39A Radar Warning Receiver

AN/ALQ-136 Radar Jammer

AN/AVR-2 Laser Warning Receiver

AN/AAR-57 Missile Warning System

Chaff/Flare Dispenser

TADS/PNVS Thermal Targeting & Camera System

Laser Designator

AN/AVS-6 Helmet Mounted Night Vision

 

Total Amount: 30

Country of Origin: United States
Year: 2013

 

Rank: VII

Battle Rating: 10.3

Sources:

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/systems/aircraft/ah-64e.htm

https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/aviation_apache-ah-64e/

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/systems/aircraft/ah-64-2.htm

http://www.military-today.com/helicopters/ah_64e.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_AH-64_Apache

 

 

 

 

 

Multirole Line

 

Rank V

 

Z-9W

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Z-9W (also known as WZ-9) attack helicopter was developed by Harbin Aviation Industry (Group) Co. Ltd based on its Z-9 multirole light helicopter (Chinese copy of the French AS 365N Dauphin-II). Harbin Aircraft Manufacture Corporation (HAMC) started to develop an attack variant of its Z-9 utility helicopter in the mid-1980s. The prototype was only intended for anti-armor role, carrying a roof-mounted optical sight unit and four HJ-8 anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) under the weapon pylons. This variant first flew in 1987 and live test fire of the missile from the helicopter took place in 1989. The formal production variant introduced in the early 1990s incorporated using a range of armaments, such as 23mm cannon, 12.7mm machine gun pod, 57/90mm unguided rocket pod, and also TY-90 IR-homing short-range air-to-air missile. Several dozens of the Z-9W attack helicopters were delivered into the PLA Army Aviation Corps 8th Army Aviation Group (Regiment) subordinated to 38th Group Army in Beijing Military area in the mid-1990s. as a result of the PLA's decision to give high priority into the Army Aviation Corps in its modernisation program, much more units have received the Z-9W after 2000."

Length: 

Fuselage: 13.46 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 11.93 m
Height: 4.01 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 4.52 t
Empty: 2.25 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x Zhuzhou Aeroengine Factory WZ-8A
Power Per Engine: 848 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4

Tail Rotor: 11
Speed:

Max: 315 km/h
Range: 1,000 km

Service Ceiling: 4,220 m

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

2 x 2 KA-8 Wire-Guided ATGM's

2 x 2 TY-90 IR-Guided AAM's

7 x 2 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 2 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 23mm Cannon Pods

1 x 2 12.7mm Machine Gun Pods

 

Other:

Roof Mounted Optical Sight

 

Total Amount: 50-80

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 1989

 

Rank: V

Battle Rating: 9.3

Sources:

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

http://www.aviastar.org/helicopters_eng/china_z-9.php

https://web.archive.org/web/20101027164717/http://www.airforceworld.com/pla/z9-helicopter-china-2.htm#z9g

https://military.wikia.org/wiki/Harbin_Z-9#cite_note-6

https://web.archive.org/web/20070203070920/http://www.sinodefence.com/airforce/helicopter/wz9.asp

http://attack-helicopter.blogspot.com/2012/01/wz-9-pla-attack-helicopter.html

https://www.army-technology.com/projects/harbin-z9w-attack-helicopter-china/

 

 

 

Rank VI

 

Z-9WZ

Spoiler

 

Basic Info: 

"After the first Z-9W a further improved night-attack version dubbed Z-9WA, it was similar to AS 565CA Panther was developed in 2000 featuring more powerful engines and a pair of stub wings which can carry up to 8 KD-8 ATGMs or PL-90AAMs. Its nose is redesigned to carry a low-light TV/IRST turret for night missions, with RWR antennas installed on both sides. A mast-mounted millimeter wave radar prototype was also tested."

 

"The Z-9WA has better armor protection in the cockpit area, a flare launcher, datalink and a redesigned NVG compatible cockpit. An air data sensor is installed on the starboard side of the cabin. A large datalink antenna is installed underneath the boom. An improved version (Z-9WZ) was also developed and it first flew on December 29, 2004. This variant is thought to feature an improved fire-control system including a laser designator which allows the helicopter to fire the new (up to 8) KD-9 ATGM or FN-6 AAM. It is also powered by two WZ-8H turboshaft engines. A few were seen carrying an EO turret under the stab wing for battlefield surveillance purpose." 

"Z-9WA/WZs have been entering service with the Army Aviation since early 2005 as a stop-gap measure until Z-10/Z-19 (see below) enters the service. PLAAF also took delivery of a few Z-9WZs in 2007. Some of them are equipped with loudspeakers and a search light for SAR purpose. A similar variant (Z-9ZH) is also in service with the PLAAF unit stationed in Hong Kong."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 13.46 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 11.93 m
Height: 4.01 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 4.55 t
Empty: 2.30 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x Zhuzhou Aeroengine Factory WZ-8H
Power Per Engine: 900 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4

Tail Rotor: 11
Speed:

Max: 315 km/h
Range: 1,000 km

Service Ceiling: 6,000 m

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

4 x 2 KA-8 Wire-Guided ATGM's

4 x 2 KD-9 ATGM's

4 x 2 FN-6 AAM's

4 x 2 PL-90 AAM's

2 x 2 TY-90 IR-Guided AAM's

7 x 2 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 2 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 23mm Cannon Pods

1 x 2 12.7mm Machine Gun Pods

 

Other:

Nose Mounted Low-Light TV/IRST Turret

Laser Designator

Datalink Antenna [Underneath Boom]

Air Data Sensor [Starboard Side Of Cabin]

NVG Compatible Cockpit

2 Radar Warning Receivers [1 On Each Side]

Chaff/Flare Dispensers

 

Total Amount: 30-40

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2004

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 9.7

Sources:

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

http://www.aviastar.org/helicopters_eng/china_z-9.php

https://web.archive.org/web/20101027164717/http://www.airforceworld.com/pla/z9-helicopter-china-2.htm#z9g

https://military.wikia.org/wiki/Harbin_Z-9#cite_note-6

https://web.archive.org/web/20070203070920/http://www.sinodefence.com/airforce/helicopter/wz9.asp

http://attack-helicopter.blogspot.com/2012/01/wz-9-pla-attack-helicopter.html

https://www.army-technology.com/projects/harbin-z9w-attack-helicopter-china/

 

Z-19

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Harbin Z-19 - 'Black Whirlwind' is a Chinese Recon/Attack Helicopter developed by HMAC (Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation) for the Peoples Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) produced from 2011 onwards. Black Whirlwind was the nickname of Li Kui from the famous (one of 4 Great Classical Chinese Novels) literature the 'Water Margin' written in the 14th Century AD. Based on the Harbin Z-9W it has been modified to feature a Forward Looking Infra-Red Camera, armor plating, crash resistance seats, laser range-finder, and a helmet mounted sight. It also features some noise reducing features such as a fenestron tail and exhaust port dampeners which are designed to reduce infrared signature."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 12 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 11.9 m
Height: 4.01 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 4.96 t
Empty: 2.59 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

Pilot

Gunner

 

Powerplant: 2 x Zhuzhou Aeroengine Factory WZ-8C
Power Per Engine: 940 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 4

Tail Rotor: 11
Speed:

Max: 280 km/h

Cruise: 245 km/h
Range: 700 km

Service Ceiling: 2,400 m

Armament:

Hardpoints: 4

4 x 2 PL-90 AAM's

4 x 2 TY-90 IR-Guided AAM's

4 x 2 KD-9 ATGM's

4 x 2 HJ-8 Wire-Guided ATGM's

7 x 4 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 4 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 23mm Cannon Pods

1 x 2 12.7mm Machine Gun Pods

 

Other:

Nose Mounted Radar Warning Recievers

Nose Mounted EO Turret [FLIR, TV, Laser Range Finder/Designator]

Optional Mast-Mounted Active Millimeter-Wave Radar

Helmet Mounted Sights

Fly-By-Wire Controls

 

Total Amount: 186

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2011

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 10.0

Sources:

https://theaviationist.com/2012/02/01/china-z19/

https://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/harbin-z-19-light-attack-helicopter/

https://weaponsystems.net/system/496-Harbin Z-19

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harbin_Z-19

 

 

PROC Attack Line

 

Rank V

 

Z-11W

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The China's Z-11 is based on the Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil (now Airbus Helicopters H125). It is a versatile light utility helicopter, aimed at military, paramilitary and civil users. The Z-11 project started in 1989. It made its first flight in 1994. Flight tests were finally completed in 2000. The Z-11 helicopter is produced by Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC). The Z-11 has been sent to Argentina for trials and evaluation, however it is unknown if Argentinean military will adopt this helicopter."

 

  "The Z-11W is an armed derivative of the standard Z-11. It has stub wings and can carry various weapons, including anti-tank guided missiles. This light attack helicopter can perform battlefield reconnaissance, surveillance, ground attack, fire support and other roles."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 11.25 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 10.7 m
Height: 3.15 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 2.2 t
Empty: 1.12 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

Passengers: 3

 

Powerplant: 1 x WZ-8D Turboshaft Engine
Power Per Engine: 847 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 3

Tail Rotor: 2
Speed:

Max: 278 km/h

Cruise: 240 km/h
Range: 680 km

Service Ceiling: 5,240 m

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

2 x 2 KD-8 ATGM's

18 x 2 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 12.7mm Machine Gun Pod

 

Other:

Roof Mounted TV/FLIR Turret

NVG Compatible Cockpit

 

Total Amount: ?

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2004

 

Rank: V

Battle Rating: 9.3

Sources:

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/z-11.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20110909215216/http://airforceworld.com/pla/z11_2.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20110909122505/http://airforceworld.com/pla/z11-helicopter-china.htm

http://www.military-today.com/helicopters/z11.htm

https://military.wikia.org/wiki/Changhe_Z-11

https://web.archive.org/web/20120112011438/http://www.sinodefence.com/airforce/helicopter/z11.asp

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

 

 

 

Rank VI

 

Z-11WB

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"Developed by the Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation the Changhe Z-11WB is claimed to be the first helicopter solely developed by the PRC despite being largely based upon the Eurocopter AS350. Research into the construction of what was then a utility helicopter began towards the end of the 1980's with the first flight taking place in 1994 and entrance to service in 1998. Chief designer Wu Ximing is crediting with developing this particular helicopter, alongside others such as the CAIC Z-10 and his influence can be seen here through the use of CAD/CAM methods."

 

"The Z-11WB variant is a new attack and recon derivative developed from the existing Z-11 with a redesigned cockpit and Electro-optics ball under the chin. Its missions incorporate ground attack, recon and command amongst others. With an overal length of around 13 metres this is a small helicopter with light weight and maximum take off weight in the region of 2,200kg. The redesigned cockpit which already provides excellent visibility, includes multi functional displays to reduce pilot workload and space for a sole pilot and three troops. These rear seats can be folded to incorporate door mounted weapons or for additional load space. Power comes from a WZ8D turbo-shaft engine a license built version of the Turbomeca Arriel 2B1A engine producing around 680 hp and giving a top speed just shy of 280 kph."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 11.25 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 10.7 m
Height: 3.15 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 2.48 t
Empty: 1.38 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

Passengers: 3

 

Powerplant: 1 x WZ-8D Turboshaft Engine
Power Per Engine: 847 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 3

Tail Rotor: 2
Speed:

Max: 278 km/h

Cruise: 240 km/h
Range: 680 km

Service Ceiling: 5,240 m

Armament:

1 x 1 40mm LG3 Automatic Grenade Launcher [Door Pintle-Mounted]

or

1 x 1 7.62mm CS/LM12 Six-Barrelled Mini-Gun [Door Pintle-Mounted]

Hardpoints: 2

4 x 2 TL-2 ATGM's

2 x 2 AG-300M ATGM's

2 x 2  CM-502KG ATGM's

2 x 2 HJ-8 ATGM's

2 x 2 LJ-7 ATGM's

4 x 2 TY-90 AAM's

7 x 2 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 2 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 FT-9 Laser Guided Bombs

1 x 2 YZ-212D Laser Guided Bombs

1 x 2 SW-6 Air-Launched Tactical UAV

 

Other:

Nose Mounted EO turret

 

Total Amount: ?

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2015

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 9.7

Sources:

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

https://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/changhe-z-11wb-reconnaissance-and-light-attack-helicopter/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Changhe_Z-11

 

Z-10H

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Z-10 is a modern Chinese attack helicopter. Its development began in the mid-1990s. It has been designed with extensive technical assistance from Eurocopter and Augusta. Other sources claim that development of the Z-10 has been assisted by Russian Kamov helicopter design bureau. Prototype of the Z-10 made its maiden flight in 2003. Initial production gunships were delivered to the Chinese army in around 2009-2010. Currently theZ-10 gunship is widely used by the Chinese army aviation. This helicopter has been exported to Pakistan. A first batch of 3 helicopters was delivered in 2015."

 

"The prototype of the Z-10 [Z-10H] was powered by two Canadian Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C turboshaft engines, developing 1 531 shp each. However indigenous engines were planned to be used on production helicopters. It is likely that the Z-10 might use engines of the WZ-9 helicopter, however these are less powerful than Canadian design."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 14.1 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 12 m
Height: 3.85 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 5.5 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6C-67C Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,531 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 5

Tail Rotor: 4
Speed:

Max: 300 km/h

Cruise: 250 km/h
Range: 800 km

Service Ceiling: 6,000 m

Armament:

1 x 1 23mm Cannon Nose Mounted

or

1 x 1 30mm Cannon Nose Mounted

Hardpoints: 4

4 x 2 HJ-10 ATGM's

4 x 2 HJ-9 ATGM's

4 x 2 TY-90 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-5 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-7 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-9 AAM's

7 x 4 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 4 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

 

Other:

YH-96 Electronic Warfare Suite

YH Millimeter-Wave Fire-Control Radar

Radar Warning Recievers

Laser Warning Recievers

Electronic Support Measures

Electronic Counter-Measures

Infrared Jammer

Chaff/Flare Decoy Dispenser

KZ-900 Reconnaissance Pod

Foward Looking FLIR

Nose Mounted Low-Light Television

PM/KG300G Self-Protection Jamming Pod

Blue Sky Navigation pod

Fly-By-Wire Control System

Helmet-Mounted Sight

 

Composite Armored Cockpit

Bullet-Proof Glass [Up To 7.62mm Rounds]

Ejection Seats

 

Total Amount: 300+

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2012

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 10.0

Sources:

https://www.army-technology.com/projects/z-10-attack-helicopter-china-liberation-army/

https://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/detail.asp?aircraft_id=600

https://www.airrecognition.com/index.php/world-air-force-military-equipment-aircraft-/asia-air-force-countries-aircraft-military-equipment/china-chinese-pla-plaaf-air-force/china-chinese-air-force-helicopters-data-sheet-specifications-pictures-video/560-z-10-wz-10-attack-fighting-helicopter-technical-data-sheet-specifications-intelligence-description-information-identification-pictures-photos-images-video-caic-china-chinese-pla-air-force-defence-industry-technology-.html

http://www.military-today.com/helicopters/z10.htm

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/wz-10.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAIC_Z-10

 

 

Rank VII

 

Z-10ME

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) has unveiled an improved version of its Zhishengji-10ME (Z-10ME), an export-oriented variant of the People's Liberation Army Air Force's (PLAAF's) Z-10K all-weather multirole attack helicopter, for the first time in public at the Airshow China 2018 exhibition in Zhuhai."

 

"Developed by AVIC's helicopter division Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC), the tandem-seat Z-10ME initially surfaced as a conceptual model at Paris Air Show 2017, but the first production-ready helicopter with serial number Z-10ME001 flew by September 2018."

 

"The latest variant incorporates several enhancements over the in-service Z-10K, with active and passive survivability modifications including a comprehensive airborne countermeasures suite comprising an indigenously developed missile approach warning system (MAWS) and radar warning receiver (RWR), which can be configured to automatically dispense chaff or flares from two box-shaped 6×4 dispenser systems on either side of the fuselage. The Nose Mounted 23mm Cannon was replaced by a 20mm option thought to be changed so it can fire standard NATO rounds when exported."

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 14.1 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 12 m
Height: 3.85 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 6 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x WZ-9 Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,610 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 5

Tail Rotor: 4
Speed:

Max: 300 km/h

Cruise: 250 km/h
Range: 800 km

Service Ceiling: 6,000 m

Armament:

1 x 1 20mm Cannon Nose Mounted

or

1 x 1 30mm Cannon Nose Mounted

Hardpoints: 4

4 x 2 HJ-10 ATGM's

4 x 2 HJ-9 ATGM's

4 x 2 CM-501XA Loitering Munitions

1 x 2 SW-6 Air-Launched Tactical UAV

4 x 2 TY-90 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-5 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-7 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-9 AAM's

7 x 4 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 4 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 ET60 324mm Lightweight Torpedo

 

Other:

YH-96 Electronic Warfare Suite

YH Millimeter-Wave Fire-Control Radar

Radar Warning Recievers

Laser Warning Recievers

Electronic Support Measures

Electronic Counter-Measures

Infrared Jammer/Depressor

2 Box 6 x 4 Chaff/Flare Decoy Dispenser

KZ-900 Reconnaissance Pod

Foward Looking FLIR

Nose Mounted Low-Light Television

PM/KG300G Self-Protection Jamming Pod

Blue Sky Navigation pod

Fly-By-Wire Control System

Helmet-Mounted Sight

 

Inlet Particle Separators

Applique Armor Panels

Bullet-Proof Glass [Up To 7.62mm Rounds]

Ejection Seats

 

Total Amount: 1

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2018

 

Rank: VII

Battle Rating: 10.3

Sources:

https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/defense/2018-11-13/chinas-z-10me-showcased-increased-capabilities

http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1128851.shtml

https://web.archive.org/web/20181108211522/https://www.janes.com/article/84433/airshow-china-2018-upgraded-z-10me-attack-helicopter-breaks-cover#

https://quwa.org/2018/09/24/z-10me-photos-emerge-of-new-z-10-attack-helicopter-variant/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAIC_Z-10

 

 

Premium/Event

 

❂ 500MD/ASW

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The Hughes Helicopters 500MD/ASW Defender is a lightweight anti-submarine warfare helicopter. The 500MD was born out of the realization that the OH-6 could perform more than just a scouting role, and would indeed make a good lightweight multi-mission helicopter with roles such as anti-tank and ASW based variants. The 500MD/ASW was a further development of the earlier 500M/ASW helicopter which was operated by the Spanish Navy. The 500MD/ASW based on the 500D, was equipped with a more powerful 420 SHP Allison 250-C20B turboshaft engine, a new five bladed rotor, AN/ASQ-81C(V)2 magnetic anomaly detector on the port side, a haul-down point for landing on ships in adverse weather, as well as an air-to-surface RDR-1300 search radar. Weaponry for the 500MD/ASW was nothing substantial. The weapon payload consisted of a maximum of two Mk.44, or Mk.46 torpedoes mounted side-by-side under the fuselage of the helicopter, though one was carried more commonly. Twelve helicopters were purchased by the Republic of China in 1977, with deliveries taking place between 1980 and 1983 just before McDonnell Douglas purchased Hughes Helicopters. They were assigned to the Fleet Helicopter Squadron, and placed on the small Yang-Class destroyers. In 1987 the first operational loss of a 500MD/ASW occurred, with one pilot missing. The lost 500MD/ASW was replaced with a unarmed 500MD which was then regulated to training duties. In 1991, all 500MD/ASW's were transferred to the 501st Helicopter Squadron, where nine remain in service in 2020. The 500MD/ASW would serve the Republic of China Navy exclusively, as no other nation operated the variant."

 

Just to add this helicopter would/should only really be added if they allowed Helicopters to spawn in Naval like Aircraft.

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 30 ft 10 in

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 26 ft 4 in
Height: 8 ft 10 in

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 1.77 t

Empty: .98 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 1 x Allison 250-C20B Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 420 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 5

Tail Rotor: 2
Speed:

Max: 152 mph
Range: 220 mi

Service Ceiling: 15,206 ft

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

1 x 1 Mk.44 Torpedoes

1 x 1 Mk.46 Torpedoes

 

Other:

RDR-1300 Search Radar

 

Total Amount: 471

Country of Origin: Republic of China
Year: 1977

 

Rank: IV

Battle Rating: 7.0 [Event]

Sources:

https://books.google.ca/books?id=PVlF2QdwtrUC&pg=PA9&lpg=PA9&dq=RDR-1300+search+radar+range&source=bl&ots=QGAY9mL-BK&sig=ACfU3U2Sg3SzFe_O6YnjVn8skWM0ie3NgA&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj7g_SppIfoAhUMnZ4KHT7mB6gQ6AEwAnoECAkQAQ#v=onepage&q=RDR-1300 search radar range&f=false

https://books.google.ca/books?

id=zUu4AwAAQBAJ&pg=PA415&lpg=PA415&dq=500MD/ASW+Defender&source=bl&ots=vETUq5hVyh&sig=ACfU3U1Mjg83hFKAxE3rkV3ABW2NXLFvrg&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiKxduloofoAhXXvJ4KHVxVBBsQ6AEwEnoECAoQAQ#v=onepage&q=500MD%2FASW Defender&f=false

http://www.taiwanairpower.org/navy/500md.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonnell_Douglas_MD_500_Defender

 

 

CZ-11W

Spoiler

Basic Info: 

"The China's Z-11 is based on the Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil (now Airbus Helicopters H125). It is a versatile light utility helicopter, aimed at military, paramilitary and civil users. The Z-11 project started in 1989. It made its first flight in 1994. Flight tests were finally completed in 2000. The Z-11 helicopter is produced by Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC). The Z-11 has been sent to Argentina for trials and evaluation, however it is unknown if Argentinean military will adopt this helicopter."

 

  This variant of the Z-11W is identical to its tech tree counterpart, but equipped with the Early Model Arriel 2B1A engine that was used before it was replaced by the Chinese WZ-8D Turboshaft

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 11.25 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 10.7 m
Height: 3.15 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 2.2 t
Empty: 1.12 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

Passengers: 3

 

Powerplant: 1 x Arriel 2B1A
Power Per Engine: 681 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 3

Tail Rotor: 2
Speed:

Max: 270 km/h

Cruise: 235 km/h
Range: 680 km

Service Ceiling: 5,240 m

Armament:

Hardpoints: 2

2 x 2 KD-8 ATGM's

18 x 2 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

1 x 2 12.7mm Machine Gun Pod

 

Other:

Roof Mounted TV/FLIR Turret

NVG Compatible Cockpit

 

Total Amount: ?

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2004

 

Rank: V

Battle Rating: 9.3 [GE]

Sources:

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/z-11.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20110909215216/http://airforceworld.com/pla/z11_2.htm

https://web.archive.org/web/20110909122505/http://airforceworld.com/pla/z11-helicopter-china.htm

http://www.military-today.com/helicopters/z11.htm

https://military.wikia.org/wiki/Changhe_Z-11

https://web.archive.org/web/20120112011438/http://www.sinodefence.com/airforce/helicopter/z11.asp

http://chinese-military-aviation.blogspot.com/p/helicopters-i.html

https://www.easa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/dfu/EASA E.001_TCDS_issue 11.pdf

 

Z-10K

Spoiler

 Basic Info: 

The Z-10K is a variant of the standard tech tree Z-10H but like the CZ-11W, suffers from major modifications.

 

The Z-10K was a simplification of the Z-10H and was powered with weaker, but domestically built WZ-9's, due to this dramatic decrease in power lots of subsystems needed to be removed. This includes the MASWS, ICRM, and a drastic decrease in armor.

 

Length: 

Fuselage: 14.1 m

Rotor Diameter:

Main Rotor: 12 m
Height: 3.85 m

Weight: 

Max Takeoff: 5.5 t
Crew:

Main Crew: 2

 

Powerplant: 2 x WZ-9 Turboshaft
Power Per Engine: 1,260 HP
Blades:

Main Rotor: 5

Tail Rotor: 4
Speed:

Max: 300 km/h

Cruise: 250 km/h
Range: 800 km

Service Ceiling: 6,000 m

Armament:

1 x 1 23mm Cannon Nose Mounted

or

1 x 1 30mm Cannon Nose Mounted

Hardpoints: 4

4 x 2 HJ-10 ATGM's

4 x 2 HJ-9 ATGM's

4 x 2 TY-90 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-5 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-7 AAM's

2 x 2 PL-9 AAM's

7 x 4 90mm 90-1 Rocket Pods

18 x 4 57mm 57-1 Rocket Pods

 

Other:

YH-96 Electronic Warfare Suite

YH Millimeter-Wave Fire-Control Radar

Radar Warning Recievers

Laser Warning Recievers

Electronic Support Measures

Electronic Counter-Measures

Chaff/Flare Decoy Dispenser

KZ-900 Reconnaissance Pod

Foward Looking FLIR

Nose Mounted Low-Light Television

PM/KG300G Self-Protection Jamming Pod

Blue Sky Navigation pod

Fly-By-Wire Control System

Helmet-Mounted Sight

Ejection Seats

 

Total Amount: 300+

Country of Origin: Peoples Republic of China
Year: 2012

 

Rank: VI

Battle Rating: 10.0 [Pack]

Sources:

https://www.army-technology.com/projects/z-10-attack-helicopter-china-liberation-army/

https://www.militaryfactory.com/aircraft/detail.asp?aircraft_id=600

https://www.airrecognition.com/index.php/world-air-force-military-equipment-aircraft-/asia-air-force-countries-aircraft-military-equipment/china-chinese-pla-plaaf-air-force/china-chinese-air-force-helicopters-data-sheet-specifications-pictures-video/560-z-10-wz-10-attack-fighting-helicopter-technical-data-sheet-specifications-intelligence-description-information-identification-pictures-photos-images-video-caic-china-chinese-pla-air-force-defence-industry-technology-.html

http://www.military-today.com/helicopters/z10.htm

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/wz-10.htm

http://mil.news.sina.com.cn/jssd/2018-12-06/doc-ihmutuec6668319.shtml

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAIC_Z-10

 

I just wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to read through this post, I wanted to make it to give the community an idea on what to expect for a full tree, and to give Gaijin an example of what they should try and aim for in the future [not expecting all of them obviously].

 

Again thank you to everyone o7.

Edited June 25, 2020 by I_Am_Bob224
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[ItssLuBu 1,801]

Approved and open for discussion. 

[小呆呆 71]

i love this

[QuantumLeclerc 213]

Many still seeth at the concept of US/ROC vehicles and USSR/PRC vehicles in the same tree, but I'm pretty open to this. After all, they don't have to include something like the AH-64E if they really wanted, just having the Z-10 as the best Chinese heli.

[Black_Woof 123]

+1 but will gaijin allow Z9 with TY90 stay in 9.3？

[霧 丹爪モ匕口丂 靄 466]

+1 this suggestion couldn't be any better... Just I'm not sure about Kiowa and OH-6A tbh. I mean there gotta be ROC Army Helicopters in this TT for sure, since they call it China, not PLA, but I guess UH-1, AH1W and AH64E are enough for this tree. Recon Helis such as Kiowa gotta be from PLA inventory while there are many variations in that side... that would be better for not making US Fanboys mad. Cuz they still cry about American toys currently in Chinese TT 

Edited June 2, 2020 by CneuHa3_TUR

[驯龙高手张宗昌 10]

The problem of chinese heli tech tree is early PLA helicopter does not have a large ammo capacity (only 4 HJ-8 for Z-11) similar to the stock heli of Germany and Britain, but has a high peneration similar to HOT2. It will be very hard to balance. Only 4 missiles can not kill much vehicles and may not worth its spawn points.

Edited April 18, 2020 by a285450522

[Minibucket 34]

+1 Highly impressed and nice job! I think all we can do now is just wait to see. And Btw hope mi4 wont become the beginner heli.

[AUJason 85]

+1, excited to see more unique chinese vehicles 

[__Gripen__ 525]

PRC has some competitive top tier indigenous designs: there is no need to add the taiwanese Cobra and Apache.

Edited April 27, 2020 by __Gripen__

[_Pixy 196]

+1

[Borotovas 4,500]

+1

 

But I think China needs more unique vehicles, to make up for the copy+paste American planes/tanks. So I voted for not adding the American copy+paste ROCAF helicopters.

[tiger7742 260]

+1

 

but I think maybe the PLA Harbin Z-5 (Chinese Mi-4)  will be a better choice for a starter, due to that there is already two Uh-1h in game, the american on and a japanese one, while only having one Mi-4 helicopter

[Sternjaeger84 1,075]

On 12/04/2020 at 18:53, I_Am_Bob224 said:

Hardpoints: 2

1 x 2 7.62mm AA-52 FN MG Pods [1,000 Rounds]

Bug report still pending for approval in order to get those on the French Alouette..

 

Anyway, +1.

[Cedjoe 5,482]

On 23/06/2020 at 12:24, Sternjager said:

Bug report still pending for approval in order to get those on the French Alouette..

 

Anyway, +1.

I'm not sure it's the same pod we're talking about (it looks like it is though), but I got some pictures of a twin MG pod that could be mounted on Alouette II & III and on Gazelle :

Spoiler

It looks like it's a Matra pod and not FN though if I read the panel correctly.

 

Edit : It's actually the Matra-SAMM twin 7.62 AA-52 gun pod, here are more pictures :

Spoiler

 

 

Edited July 1, 2020 by Cedjoe

[John_JIANG 126]

Excellent! 

I think it would be better if we move Taiwanese helis to premiums. The current Chinese air and ground tech tree already infamous for copy-pastes and mixture of PLA and Taiwanese's ROCA. If Taiwanese helis are in premiums I believe we would see them a lot more frequently than PLA's. Taiwanese heli players are alleviated from painful grinding. Domestic design of PLA remains in main tech tree as indigenous stuff are always welcome in main TT. Everybody is happy XD

Edited September 2, 2020 by John_JIANG

[chaffee90 234]

2 hours ago, John_JIANG said:

Everybody is happy XD

What a joke

[MajorWang81192 1]

The current prototype is great, but does gaijin plan to give Z19 a "longbow" radar? 

[AUJason 85]

+1

 

Gaijin promised that there will be chinese & italian heli tree this year...now the italian helis are out, where are the chineses ones?

[PlanyKaanere 722]

1 hour ago, AUJason said:

+1

 

Gaijin promised that there will be chinese & italian heli tree this year...now the italian helis are out, where are the chineses ones?

 

They never promised anything, they just revealed their plans for the year. And plans do change.

[霧 丹爪モ匕口丂 靄 466]

2 hours ago, AUJason said:

+1

 

Gaijin promised that there will be chinese & italian heli tree this year...now the italian helis are out, where are the chineses ones?

maybe in 2025 lol

[Minibucket 34]

On 17/12/2020 at 18:06, AUJason said:

+1

 

Gaijin promised that there will be chinese & italian heli tree this year...now the italian helis are out, where are the chineses ones?

 sooooooooooooon

[Arcane_master 164]

Will we see it happen by 2077?
 

[Nostadad 428]

On 08/02/2021 at 07:47, mdzz777777 said:

Will we see it happen by 2077?
 

if you kept yourself inform, they said end of 2020.
With the actual stuff with covid-19, it has been delayed

Edited February 12, 2021 by Dimitri_Rudov

[Yontzee 1,674]

I like it! If ROC is in the China tree, then we need both Chinese helicopters and ROC helicopters +1