Z-8 and Z-18 transport helicopter thread

[LKJ86]

https://m.weibo.cn/1740979351/4239700833754109

 

[LKJ86]

 

[LKJ86]

 

[Beast]

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Soon it will replaced all Mi-17 helo.

 

[LKJ86]

 

[Deino]

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Interesting. I remember this type some time ago as a prototype with its characteristic modified rear-engine cover and new nose, but what's its designation??

 

[LKJ86]

Interesting. I remember this type some time ago as a prototype with its characteristic modified rear-engine cover and new nose, but what's its designation??

It is said to be Z-8C.

 

[Deino]

It is said to be Z-8C.

Thanks ... Said to be a Z-8C dedicated for SAR and CSAR.

 

[LKJ86]

 

[LKJ86]

 

[Beast]

Seems like Z-8A is produced in large number and fufil PLA requirement. Not as some claim enter service in limited numbers and not favour by PLA.

 

[Deino]

Seems like Z-8A is produced in large number and fufil PLA requirement. Not as some claim enter service in limited numbers and not favour by PLA.

Indeed ... but one small correction, these are Z-8Bs not As

 

[LKJ86]

 

[python-000]

Hi Bro, 1 Question: why China is not interested to build something like this rather then that...

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[Deino]

Hi Bro, 1 Question: why China is not interested to build something like this rather then that...
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It is ... that project is called AHL and in co-development with Russia.