The Changhe Z-18, also known as Z-8G, [1] is a medium-lift transport helicopter developed by Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC) to replace the Changhe/Harbin Z-8. The Z-18 is a development of the Avicopter AC313 and Changhe/Harbin Z-8, both of which are developments of the Aérospatiale SA 321 Super Frelon. [2][1]

Aug 12, 2022 · The Changhe Z-18 is a locally-designed, developed, and produced multi-role / multi-mission large helicopter serving the Chinese military in several capacities. The type is an offshoot of the relatively new AVICopter AC313 transport helicopter series detailed elsewhere on this site (and therefore shares performance and structural data with it).

The Changhe Z-18 is a locally designed, developed and produced large multi-role/multi-role helicopter that provides a variety of capabilities to the Chinese military.

The Changhe Z-18 is a medium transport helicopter developed by Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC) to replace the Z-8. The Z-18 is a single-rotor helicopter with tail rotor and a non-retractable landing gear, thought to be based on the Avicopter AC313, an updated design based on the earlier Harbin Z-8.

Mar 18, 2010 · The Changhe Z-18 is a military helicopter developed by the Changhe Aircraft Industries Corporation. Originating in China, it was designed to fulfill various military tasks and has showcased its versatility in different operational environments. The helicopter has undergone significant development, resulting in a modern and reliable aircraft.

Aug 12, 2021 · With sufficient power from three engines, the flying speed reaches 336 km/h, the maximum ceiling is 9,000 meters, and the maximum range. It is about 900 kilometers.

Based on the Avicopter AC313 design, has a modified lowered fuselage and is powered by improved WZ-6C turboshaft with rotor blade with composite materials and a titanium main rotor. The Z-18 has a digital avionics system and advanced electronic flight instrument landing system.

May 6, 2016 · The power plant helicopter Changhe Z-18 consists of three gas turbine engines of the brand Changzhou Lan Xiang WZ108-N, each of which has a sufficiently large traction and allowing the helicopter to reach speeds in 265 km \ h., …

Developed to replace the Harbin Z-8, the Changhe Z-18 was built as a medium utility helicopter currently in service with the People's Liberation Army. Z-18 i...

Developed in the 1980s as a land- or ship-based medium-sized anti-submarine warfare/search and rescue (ASW/SAR) helicopter, different versions were delivered to the PLA Navy, including the Z-8J transport, the Z-8S for maritime SAR and the …