AH-64 Apache vs Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B

American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict.
Picture of AH-64 Apache
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 30 September 1975
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 2400 units
Average unit price $33 million
Russian attack helicopter, known for its use in combat roles in Syria, equipped with reconnaissance and combat capabilities.
Picture of Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 25 June 1997
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 196 units
Average unit price $16 million
Wingspan 14.6 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 17.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 293 km/h â—‰
Operational range 480 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,670 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,107 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,352 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Boeing AH-64 Apache
Wingspan 7.8 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 15.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 460 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Profile drawing of Kamov Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the AH-64 Apache's 293 km/h, a difference of 7 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache has a longer range at 480 km compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher service ceiling at 5,670 meters (18,602 ft) compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,800 kg compared to the AH-64 Apache's 10,107 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 15.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache is more expensive at approximately $33 million per unit compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B at $16 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache entered service first in 1984, 11 years before the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 196 units of the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B.