AH-2 Rooivalk vs Mi-28 Havoc
Overview
The AH-2 Rooivalk and the Mi-28 Havoc are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Mil respectively.
Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 324 km/h for the Mi-28 Havoc. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 435 km for the Mi-28 Havoc. The AH-2 Rooivalk operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,700 m for the Mi-28 Havoc.
The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 126 for the Mi-28 Havoc. Unit cost is $40M for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs $15M for the Mi-28 Havoc. The Mi-28 Havoc first flew 8 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk (1982 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 |
| Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles. | |
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| 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 | 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 | 17.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 435 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,700 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,590 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 821 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 309 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 435 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-2 Rooivalk 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-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 8,750 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the Mi-28 Havoc at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc entered service first in 2006, 5 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has been produced in greater numbers with 126 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.