AH-2 Rooivalk vs Mi-8 Hip
The AH-2 Rooivalk and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Mil respectively. Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The AH-2 Rooivalk operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $40M for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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 |
| Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,420 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 18.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 44 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.