"The Z-9 is fast becoming the export helicopter of choice for many developing nations. It is nimble, well armed and capable of destroying most of the current main battle tanks in the world. Using data transmissions between helicopters and armored ground units via VHF and longer-range HF links, the Z-9 has real-time connection with the operational Chinese command on the ground. It is very effective as an attack or scout helicopter and is armed with a 30 mm cannon, AT missiles, and rockets."