AH-1W Super Cobra vs Mi-2 Hoplite

Overview

The AH-1W Super Cobra and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 350 km/h for the AH-1W Super Cobra vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AH-1W Super Cobra has an operational range of 587 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite operates at altitudes up to 4,000 m compared to 3,700 m for the AH-1W Super Cobra.

The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in 222 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite.

American twin-engined attack helicopter, developed in the late 20th century, primarily operated by the United States Marine Corps for close air support and anti-armor missions.
Bell AH-1W Super Cobra Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight --
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 222 units
Average unit price --
Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s.
Mil Mi-2 Hoplite Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 22 September 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 5497 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 140.7 mΒ²
Wingspan 13.9 m β—‰
Height 4.2 m β—‰
Length 17.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 350 km/h β—‰
Operational range 587 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,700 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,690 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,627 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 630 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 14.5 m β—‰
Height 3.8 m β—‰
Length 11.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 200 km/h β—‰
Operational range 440 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,700 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,372 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 147 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has a longer range at 587 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,690 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 21 years before the AH-1W Super Cobra which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1W Super Cobra or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 222 units of the AH-1W Super Cobra.