Pakistani Army Chief Syed Asim Munir recently inspected the Chinese Z-10 Attack helicopter at a grand ceremony in Multan. This helicopter is the result of the growing partnership of China and Pakistan. Now it has been included in the Pakistani Army.
People are calling it a “dragon”, which is flying in the sky of Pakistan. But the question is how dangerous it can be for India? Come, let’s understand what this helicopter is?
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What is Z-10ME-II?
The Z-10ME-II is an advanced attack helicopter, created by the Changhe aircraft Industries Corporation (CAIC) of China. It has been specially designed for the needs of Pakistan. The helicopter was formally included on 2 August 2025 on the Multan Army Aviation Base. Its features are …
- Weight and range: Its weight is 7.2 tonnes. It can fly up to 800 kilometers.
- Weapon: It has 30mm auto-canon, anti-tank missiles, air-to-air missiles and rocket launchers.
- Technology: It has radar warning systems, infrared counselor and jamming systems, which protect it from enemy missiles.
- Payload: Weapons can be carried up to 1,500 kg.
This helicopter is replacing the old AH-1F cobra helicopters of Pakistan, which are now old.
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How is the threat to India?
The threat of Z-10ME-II for India is increasing in this way …
- Challenge on LoC: This helicopter can pose a threat to the Indian Army on the Line of Control (LOC) of Kashmir. It can attack tanks and soldiers.
- China-Pak partnership: With the friendship of China and Pakistan, this helicopter can be part of a new strategy against India, especially in the Himalayan areas.
- technical lead: With technology like drone and radar, this helicopter can intensify monitoring and attacks on Indian borders.
- Support of terrorism: This helicopter can also be used in terrorist activities, such as security of terrorist camps again after operation vermilion.
India will have to increase strictness on its borders, as this helicopter is a low -cost and easily available weapon.
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Z-10ME-II vs Lch Prachanda
India’s LIC (Light Combat helicopter) is created by Prachanda Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It is designed for Himalayan and height areas. Comparison is like this …
- Height: The fierce can fly up to 15800 feet, which is better than the Z-10ME-II. The Z-10ME-II can go up to about 19,700 feet, but the performance at height can weaken.
- Range: The range of Prachanda is 700 kilometers, while the Z-10 is 800 km of II. That is, the Z-10ME-II can go a little distance.
- Weapon: Prachanda has helina missiles and 20mm cannons, which are effective against tanks and enemy soldiers. The Z-10ME-II has a capacity to carry 30mm cannon and more weapons.
- Technology: Prachanda has indigenous glass cockpit and sensors, which make it more reliable than the Z-10ME-II. The technique of Z-10ME-II is not fully tested in the war.
- Cost: Prachanda is made in India, which reduces the cost. The Z-10ME-II is cheaper, but increases dependence on China.
The strength of Prachanda is in height and indigenous technology, while the Z-10 is slightly ahead in the range and weapons.
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Z-10ME-II vs Apache AH-64E
American Apache AH-64E is the most powerful helicopter in India’s Navy. This is the comparison of this …
- Rust experience: Apache has a warship of more than 30 years, including Iraq and Afghanistan. The Z-10ME-II has no big warship records.
- Radar and Sensor: There are longbo radar and advanced shooting systems in Apache, which also work at night. These facilities are limited in Z-10ME-II.
- Speed and height: Apache flies at a speed of 293 km/h and can go up to 6,400 meters. The speed of Z-10Me-II is 300 km/h and height is 6,000 meters, but weakened at a height.
- Weapon: Apache has Helphire missiles and 30mm chain guns, which can target both tanks and helicopters. The Z-10ME-II is also strong in weapons, but is behind in accuracy.
- protect: Apache has better electronic counterents, which protect against missile attacks. The Z-10ME-II also has defense systems, but not as strong as Apache.
Apache experience and technology is far ahead of the Z-10ME-II, especially in height and war.
What to do for India?
- Preparation: The Indian Army should increase the deployment of Apache and Prachanda on Loc and LAC.
- Supervision: Keep an eye on the activities of the Z-10ME-II from drones and satellites.
- Indigenous strength: Answer the production of helicopters like Prachanda, so that there is no dependence on China and Pakistan.
- awareness: Advise people living on the border to be vigilant.
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