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This chopper with out doubt can fill the needs for Pakistan Aviation sector, Pakistan really has to focus on this wonderful plateform , sufficient quantity and latest Tech and unlimited Ammo which I am sure we can order and train more often with live Ammo
Z-10 / T-129 offer a nice 1/2 punch to have and build the aviation fleet around
Puma Local Manufacturing deal would solve our long term transport needs
The speed for Z-10 and T129 are sufficient for our needs and the range is also quite appropriate.
From weight carrying ability (Weapons) it seemz the Z-10 has some advantage and the T-129 is marginally lighter in that sector.
However the two platform offers a ideal combination to diversify the Aviation fleet
While PUMA offers a nice loal production for Transport Level chopper
Ideal Setup Long Term
Pakistan Helicopter Factory 100--Z10 (Licenced Serial Production)
50----T129 (Licenced Serial Production)
50----PUMA (Serial Production)
50----AgustaWestland AW139 (On Going Order)
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Short Term Benefits
3 to 12----Mi-35 see how things evolve
18 ----Super Cobra (Special Ops , over priced limited ammo, delays delays )
30 ----Cobra (Pending retirement bit outdated)
Rate of climb for Z-10 is inaccurate, I bet the rate of climb is so bad that Chinese are not willing to disclose that information. One of the main reasons why A-129INT was selected by Turkey is because rate of climb, which is an important factor when you are flying in between and over mountainous terrain.