AW101 vs Mi-26 Halo
Overview
The AW101 and the Mi-26 Halo are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively.
Top speed is 309 km/h for the AW101 vs 295 km/h for the Mi-26 Halo. The AW101 has an operational range of 1,389 km vs 500 km for the Mi-26 Halo. The Mi-26 Halo operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 2,600 m for the AW101. At 56,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-26 Halo is 4.3x the AW101's 12,900 kg.
The AW101 has been produced in 137 units vs 316 for the Mi-26 Halo. Unit cost is $70M for the AW101 vs $25M for the Mi-26 Halo. The AW101 first flew 13 years before the Mi-26 Halo (1964 vs 1977).
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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 heavy transport helicopter, frequently utilized for cargo and troop transport, infamous for Chernobyl disaster relief mission. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 14 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
| Average unit price | $25 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 | 32.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 56,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The AW101 is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 295 km/h, a difference of 14 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The AW101 has a longer range at 1,389 km compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the AW101's 2,600 meters (8,530 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the AW101's 12,900 kg.
Which is larger, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the AW101's 20.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The AW101 is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Mi-26 Halo at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo entered service first in 1983, 16 years before the AW101 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW101 or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has been produced in greater numbers with 316 units compared to 137 units of the AW101.