AW101 vs Mi-17 Hip-H
Overview
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. | |
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| 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. | |
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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 |
| Wingspan | 18.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,389 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,900 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,850 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 348 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 746 kW ◉ |
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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.