AH-2 Rooivalk vs Mi-2 Hoplite
Overview
The AH-2 Rooivalk and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Mil respectively.
Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AH-2 Rooivalk operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. At 8,750 kg MTOW, the AH-2 Rooivalk is 2.4x the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 29 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk (1961 vs 1990).
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Denel |
| First flight | 15 January 1990 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | $40 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 | -- |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 710 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 440 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 147 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 109 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-2 Rooivalk 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-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,750 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 46 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.