AH-1 Cobra vs Mi-28 Havoc

American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation.
Picture of AH-1 Cobra
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
Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles.
Picture of Mi-28 Havoc
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 10 November 1982
Year introduced 2006
Number produced 126 units
Average unit price $15 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—‰
Profile drawing of Bell AH-1 Cobra
Wingspan 17.2 m â—‰
Height 4.7 m â—‰
Length 17.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 324 km/h â—‰
Operational range 435 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,700 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,590 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,641 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Mil Mi-28 Havoc

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-1 Cobra has a longer range at 570 km compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 435 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 5,700 meters (18,700 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 8,391 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the AH-1 Cobra at $13 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 39 years before the Mi-28 Havoc which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 1,116 units compared to 126 units of the Mi-28 Havoc.