Zhongbin Z.28

The Zhongbin Z.28 is a twin-engine,, multi-role, developed by the Zhongbin Aircraft Company.

Prototype Models

 * Z-28YM
 * F = 原型; Yuánxíng ("Prototype"), M = 模型; Móxíng ("Model")
 * Prototype for basic tests.


 * Z.28FM
 * F = 发展; Fāzhǎn ("Development"), M = 模型; Móxíng ("Model")
 * Pre-production series powered by CAIC C9T-590A turboshaft engine.

Production Models

 * Z-28YZ
 * Y = 运输; Yùnshū ("Transport"), Z = 直升机; Zhíshēngjī ("Helicopter")
 * Initial production variant. The all-weather, medium-lift Z.28YZ was powered initially by X engines rated at 2,200 horsepower (1,640 kW), but then replaced by the X rated at 2,650 hp (1,980 kW) engines or X engines rated at 2,850 hp (2,130 kW). The Z.28YZ had a maximum gross weight of 33,000 lb (15,000 kg), allowing for a maximum payload around 10,000 lb (4,500 kg) Initial delivery of the Z.28YZ to the Army was in 19XX. A total of X were built.


 * Z-28GZT
 * Y = 运输; Yùnshū ("Transport"),Z = 直升机; Zhíshēngjī ("Helicopter"),T = 提高 Tígāo ( "Improved")
 * Upgraded variant.

Operators
 Kodeshia
 * Imperial Kodeshi Air Force