AW109 vs Mi-8 Hip
The AW109 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW109 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 4.0x the AW109's 3,000 kg. The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $8M for the AW109 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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 multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 61 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the AW109's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW109 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 9 years before the AW109 which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.