Harbin Z-6
Based on the Harbin Z-5's airframe and rotor system, Z-6 development began in 1966 under the Harbin Aircraft Factory. The design work was later transferred to CHRDI in 1968. Its landing gear remained quadricyclic.
While the helicopter received approval in 1977, it never reached mass production. A total of eleven prototypes were built.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Ltd.
Primary manufacturer: Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: No longer flying
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Tail rotor
Crew required: 2
Crew seating: Side-by-side
Landing gear: Wheels (non-retractable)
Overall Dimensions
Data on aircraft sizeOverall Height: 5.59 m (18.3 ft)
Overall Length: 20.96 m (68.8 ft)
Overall Width: 21.00 m (68.9 ft)
Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Total number of engines: 1
Engine designation: HEF WZ5 turbine
Engine manufacturer: Harbin Engine Factory
Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristicsMax Gross Weight (ground): 7600 kg (16755 lb)
Max Range: 651 km (352 nm)
