AH-1 Cobra vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The AH-1 Cobra and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively. Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. At 8,391 kg MTOW, the AH-1 Cobra is 2.3x the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg. The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 4 years before the AH-1 Cobra (1961 vs 1965).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 7 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1116 units |
| Average unit price | $13 million |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 22 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 5497 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 294 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1 Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 277 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 77 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1 Cobra has a longer range at 570 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 2 years before the AH-1 Cobra which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 1,116 units of the AH-1 Cobra.