AS565 Panther vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The AS565 Panther and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,865 m for the AS565 Panther. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 3.0x the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg. Unit cost is $7M for the AS565 Panther vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 9 years before the AS565 Panther (1975 vs 1984).
| French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 28 February 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wing area | 112.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 827 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,865 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 635 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the AS565 Panther's 5,865 meters (19,242 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the AS565 Panther's 13.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the AS565 Panther at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 9 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.