AW101 vs Mi-17 Hip-H

The AW101 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 309 km/h for the AW101 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AW101 has an operational range of 1,389 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 2,600 m for the AW101. The AW101 has been produced in 137 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $70M for the AW101 vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AW101 first flew 11 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1964 vs 1975).

British-Italian medium-lift helicopter, notable for search and rescue, anti-submarine warfare, and troop transport operations globally since the early 2000s.
AgustaWestland AW101 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland
First flight 19 October 1964
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 137 units
Average unit price $70 million
Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
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
Wingspan 18.6 m â—‰
Height 6.6 m â—‰
Length 20.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 309 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,389 km â—‰
Service ceiling 2,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,900 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,850 kg â—‰
Total thrust 3 x 1,044 kW â—‰
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 AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW101 is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW101 has a longer range at 1,389 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW101 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 AW101's 2,600 meters (8,530 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the AW101's 12,900 kg.
Which is larger, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW101 is longer at 20.4 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW101 is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 22 years before the AW101 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW101 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 137 units of the AW101.