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Z-9W/WA/WE/WZ Dauphin

Z-9W is the first indigenous anti-armor attack helicopter derived from the license-built AS-365N. Its main armament are four KD-8 wire-guided ATGMs (range 600-3,000m, armor penetration >800mm). Besides anti-tank missiles, it can carry also two 57mm/90mm rocket pods, or two 12.7mm machine gun pods, or two 23mm cannons, or four TY-90 IR-guided AAMs. The helicopter wears an army camouflage but is lightly armored. It also lacks effective counter-measures against IR and laser guided SAMs. However one helicopter was seen fitted with an IRCM prototype (similar to American AN/ALQ-144) behind the main rotor but it never entered the service. A roof-mounted optical sight was tested as well. Its maximum take-off weight is 4,100kg, maximum speed 315km, maximum range 664km and ceiling 4,220m. The first prototype of Z-9W flew in 1989 and dozens have been produced (S/N LH959xx, 969xx, 979xx, 989xx, 999xx). Some Z-9Ws feature redesigned engine intakes with enhanced dust filters. An further improved night-attack version dubbed Z-9WA similar to AS 565CA Panther was developed in 2000 featuring more powerful engines and a new stub wing which can carry up to 8 KD-8 ATGMs, PL-90 or even FN-6 AAMs. Its nose is redesigned to carry a low-light TV/IRST turret (YY-1?) for night missions, with RWR antennas installed on both sides. A mast-mounted sight (or an MMW radar) prototype was also developed. Z-9WA has a 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. Z-9WAs have been entering service with the Army Aviation (S/N LH919xx, 929xx, 939xx, 949xx, 959xx, 969XX, 979XX, 989xx, 999xx, 9109xx) since early 2005 as a stop-gap measure until Z-10/Z-19 (see below) enters the service. 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 KD-10 ATGM. PLAAF also took delivery of a few Z-9WZs in 2007 (S/N 609x, 619x, 60x2x). 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 (S/N 620x). It was reported that 4 Z-9WEs were delivered to Kenya in 2010, marking the first export success of this variant.

- Last Updated 3/9/12

another option for a light armed helo for the PAA
 
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April 30, 2002: Pakistan Army Aerospatiale SA-330 Puma Rawalpindi - Qasim (Dhamial) (OPQS) Pakistan
 
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February 8, 2012: Pakistan - Army Mil Mi-8MTV-2 at Eindhoven (- Welschap) Netherlands.
58502 A bit of a vague history for these helicopters. Rumours go they were used by the Afghan Army and even the United States Air Force but they were delivered to Eindhoven in a Pakistan Army color scheme; this one had the registration written in black marker on the door. It was loaded on a trailer for transport to the Czech Republic for overhaul at Kazan they said?


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February 8, 2012: Pakistan - Army Mil Mi-8MTV-2 at Eindhoven (- Welschap) Netherlands.
8501 A bit of a vague history for these helicopters. Rumours go they were used by the Afghan Army and even the United States Air Force but they were delivered to Eindhoven in a Pakistan Army color scheme. It was loaded on a trailer for transport to the Czech Republic for overhaul at Kazan they said? 58503 is behind it on a trailer.
 
Puma is a french origin helo which are over-hauled by IAR Romania (less labour cost). the Mi-17s are a russian/ukraine origin helo and is the no-1 used helo in the world has many countries over-hauling these helos in western and eastern europe. overhauling is a lucartive business to be in.
 
Puma is a french origin helo which are over-hauled by IAR Romania (less labour cost). the Mi-17s are a russian/ukraine origin helo and is the no-1 used helo in the world has many countries over-hauling these helos in western and eastern europe. overhauling is a lucartive business to be in.

Mi-17 will leave a deep mark in history of Helicopters.
One of it's kind and I hardly see anything better than it coming anytime soon.
Russians certainly make better helicopters than Americans which are easily available and trusted by the world, unlike American which come with a lot of terms of use and prices are not worth it.
 
pak army need new cobra man and may be apache 64 if not can buy fron china cheap large no's :azn:
 
pak army need new cobra man and may be apache 64 if not can buy fron china cheap large no's :azn:

as far as i can evaluate:
Cobras
Pros: good value for money, will be cheaper and may be partially funded by FMF (unlikely in current situation)
Cons: US reliance!

T-129
Pros: Excellent modern attack helicopter, will be a big leap for army aviation as far as technology is concerned. reliable supplier.
Cons: Expensive, slow delivery time (we don't seem to be in a hurry but the costs might be of a concern)

Z-10
Pros: Good value for money, most reliable supplier for Pakistan, new advanced technology, can get some soft loans and even without it, not TOO expensive.
Cons: A completely new platform, from a supplier not know for helicopters

with this in mind, i think the choice should be that, if we have funds go for T-129 or a mix of T-129 and Z-10, if there is real shortage of funds and we are desperate to get helos quickly, go for Z-10!

Please NO MORE US machinery! Please!
 
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