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.
AgustaWestland AW119 Helicopter profile drawing
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.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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.