AH-1Z Viper vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The AH-1Z Viper and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 411 km/h for the AH-1Z Viper vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AH-1Z Viper has an operational range of 690 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AH-1Z Viper operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 6,000 m for the Mi-17 Hip-H.

The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in 195 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 25 years before the AH-1Z Viper (1975 vs 2000).

American twin-engine attack helicopter, developed in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, extensively deployed in expeditionary and maritime operations.
Bell AH-1Z Viper military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 8 December 2000
Year introduced 2010
Number produced 195 units
Average unit price --
Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 1 January 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 12000 units
Average unit price $15 million
Wing area 168.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 15.0 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 411 km/h β—‰
Operational range 690 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,100 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 650 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 21.3 m β—‰
Height 4.8 m β—‰
Length 18.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,489 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AH-1Z Viper is faster with a maximum speed of 411 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 161 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 690 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 8,391 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 17.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 33 years before the AH-1Z Viper which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1Z Viper or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 195 units of the AH-1Z Viper.