AH-6 Little Bird vs Mi-8 Hip
The AH-6 Little Bird and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Mil respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the AH-6 Little Bird vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The AH-6 Little Bird has an operational range of 430 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The AH-6 Little Bird operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 7.5x the AH-6 Little Bird's 1,610 kg. The AH-6 Little Bird has been produced in 1,420 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $7.5M for the AH-6 Little Bird vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 2 years before the AH-6 Little Bird (1961 vs 1963).
| American light attack helicopter, best recognized for deployment in special operations during conflicts like the Iraq War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 27 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 1420 units |
| Average unit price | $7.5 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 | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,610 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 896 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 239 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-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-6 Little Bird is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-6 Little Bird has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 1,610 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The AH-6 Little Bird is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 13 years before the AH-6 Little Bird which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-6 Little Bird or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 1,420 units of the AH-6 Little Bird.