Z-8S (Zhishengji-8S) Chinese Naval Search and Rescue Helicopter
Z-8s
Naval Search and Rescue Helicopter
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Basic Information
Name
Z-8S (Zhishengji-8S) Chinese Naval Search and Rescue Helicopter
Designation
Z-8s
Alternate Designation
Z-8s; Zhishengji-8s
Equipment Type
Naval Search and Rescue Helicopter
Manufacturer
Sud Aviation Aérospatiale
Date of Introduction
2004
Description
For ASW missions, the Z-8 is equipped with surface search radar and a French HS-12 dipping sonar while carrying a Whitehead A244S torpedo under the starboard side of the fuselage. The rotorcraft were also used to ferry supplies from replenishment ship to surface combatants, and transport marines from the landing ship to the shore. A naval SAR version, designated as the Z-8S, was outfitted with upgraded avionics, a searchlight, FLIR turret and a hoist, made its first flight in December 2004.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Crew
3
Engine
Turboshaft (1570 hp)
Range
1020.0 km
Endurance
4.00 hrs
Variants
Z-8A
The Z-8A is a military version of the original model Z-8 and is used for transportation.
Z-8F
The Z-8F is an advance utility variant. The variant is used for search and rescue, general utility and logistics support missions. The Z-8F is installed with three Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B turboshaft engines.
Z-8K/KA
The Z-8K is an enhanced version of Z-8F, built primarily to execute search and rescue missions. This variant is also fitted with forward looking infra-red (FLIR) sensors and a search light underneath the cockpit.
Z-8JA
The Z-8JA is a ship-borne variant of Z-8. It is able to land on water. Z-8JA and Z-8JH are currently in service with PLANAF, executing transport and medical evacuation operations respectively.
System
Alternative Designation
Z-8s; Zhishengji-8s
Type
Naval Search and Rescue Helicopter
Manufacturer
Sud Aviation
Aérospatiale
In Service
2004-Present
Crew
3 ea
Passenger Capacity
It can accommodate 27 fully armed troops or 15 medical stretchers.
Blades, Main Rotor
6
Blades, Tail Rotor
5 ea
Number of Engines
3 ea
Day/Night Capable
Yes
All Weather Capable
Yes
Hoist and Basket for SAR
Available
Hoist and Winch
Available, 275kg hoist and winch
Number of Hard Points
2 ea
Dimensions
Fuselage Length
20.27 m
Fuselage Width (with pontoon)
5.2 m
Width of Cargo bay (at the floor)
1.90 m
Height of Cargo Bay
1.83 m
Weight,Empty
6,865 kg
Weight, MTOW
13,000 kg
Main Rotor Diameter
18.9 m
Tail Rotor Diameter
4 m
Whole Cabin Volume
28.9m3
Main Rotor Disc
280.48m2
Tail Rotor Disc
12.57m2
Maximum Payload Capacity
4,000kg
Maximum Payload Capacity with Sling Loads
5,000kg
Automotive
Engine Name
3 x Turbomeca Turmu IIIC Turboshaft Engines
Number of Engines
3 ea
Engine Type
Turboshaft
Engine Power
1,570 hr each engine
Maximum Range
1,020 km
Speed, Maximum
275 km/h
Ceiling
3,150 m
Rate of Climb
401 meters per min
Vertical Climb Rate
6.66 m/s
Main Rotor Blade
Six-Bladed
Tail Rotor Blade
Five-Bladed
Fuel Capacity
3,900 liters
Fuel Capacity, Internal Aux
1,900 liters
Endurance
4 hours
Landing Gear
non-retractable tricycle type landing gear comprising two wheels and low air pressure shock absorbers.
Communications
Radio
INA
Wing Mounted Weapons
Note
A naval SAR version, designated as the Z-8S, was outfitted with upgraded avionics, a searchlight, FLIR turret and a hoist,
Fire Control
Fire Control System Type
INA
Fire Control Radar
INA
Digital or Analog Cockpit
INA
Direct Fire Control
INA
Laser Designator
INA
Sensor Suite(s) Available
Yes
Position Location System
Yes
FLIR
Yes
Searchlight
Yes
Sonobuoys
Available
Protection
Fuselage
INA
Cockpit Glass
Ballistic
Stealth Properties
No
Add on Armor
INA
NBC Protection
Yes
EW
INA
EW Counter Measures/CCM
INA
Counter Measures (Chaff/Flares)
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Rotary Wing Aircraft
Air > Rotary Wing Aircraft
Filter Label
Z
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
13000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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