There are currently three types of Z-9:
Z-9, the original patented production type, 1990 has been fully produced by the end of the year;
The models that continue to be produced after Z-9A and Z-9 are equivalent to SA-365N2; ; Z-9A- 100, domestic Z-9, is also the main production type.
In addition, Z-9 can also be modified into anti-tank, maritime search and rescue, anti-submarine, reconnaissance artillery and communication. Z-9 has a wide range of uses, which can be used for personnel transportation, offshore support, maritime rescue, patrol, aerial photography, fish observation, forest protection and fire prevention, and can also be used as a carrier aircraft.