AW109 vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The AW109 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW109 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 10 years before the AW109 (1961 vs 1971).
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 22 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 5497 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 294 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 111 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW109 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 11 years before the AW109 which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.