Chinese Z-10 Attack Helicopter

Plastic model kit to build a Chinese Changhe Z-10 attack helicopter

• Scale 1:72
• Dimensions (built): Length 220.8 mm / Rotor diameter 180 mm
• 150+ pieces
• Clear and photo-etched parts included
• 1 marking option(s)
• not built, not painted
• Paint and glue not included

The Z-10 attack helicopter is development began in the mid-1990s. Prototype of the Z-10 made it's maiden flight in 2003. Primary mission of the Z-10 is anti-armor and battlefield interdiction. It also has some limited air-to-air combat capabilities.

The Z-10 helicopter has a standard gunship configuration with a narrow fuselage and stepped tandem cockpits. Gunner is seated at the front and the pilot is at the rear. The fuselage has sloped sides to reduce radar cross section. All vital areas are believed to be protected by armor plates.

The prototype of the Z-10 is powered by two Canadian Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C turboshaft engines, delivering 1 531 hp each. This helicopter may be fitted with a fly-by-wire control, helmet-mounted sight for head-up display, television and forward-looking infrared sensors, radar and laser warning receivers, infrared jammer and decoy dispensers.