AW119 vs Mi-8 Hip
The AW119 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the AW119 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW119 has an operational range of 954 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW119 operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 4.2x the AW119's 2,850 kg. The AW119 has been produced in 300 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $3.1M for the AW119 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 34 years before the AW119 (1961 vs 1995).
| Italian utility helicopter, known for service with law enforcement and military units globally, designed in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 1 February 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $3.1 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 | 10.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 954 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,850 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,483 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 747 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 AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW119 has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AW119's 2,850 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the AW119's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the AW119 at $3.1 million.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 33 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.