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Z-21 Heavy Attack Helicopter
Attack Helicopterconfirmed
The Harbin Z-21 is a type of heavy-weight, twin-turboshaft, attack helicopters based on the Harbin Z-20 airframe. Produced by the Harbin Aircraft Industry Group (HAIG), the helicopter was first observed in China in March 2024. The United States Army University estimated that Z-21 would be inducted to the People's Liberation Army Ground Force Aviation (PLAGF) service in around late 2027.
Specifications
| Type | Attack Helicopter |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China) |
| Introduced | 2026 |
| Status | In development |
| Crew | 2 |
| Range | 650 km |
| Ceiling | 6,250 m |
| Weight | 10 t |
| Length | 16 m |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| China | — | confirmed |
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