A129 Mangusta vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The A129 Mangusta and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Agusta and Mil respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the A129 Mangusta vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The A129 Mangusta has an operational range of 510 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The A129 Mangusta operates at altitudes up to 4,724 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The A129 Mangusta has been produced in 60 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 22 years before the A129 Mangusta (1961 vs 1983).
| Italian attack helicopter, designed in the 1980s, extensively deployed for reconnaissance, fire support, and anti-armour operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Agusta |
| First flight | 15 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $22 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 | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,724 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,530 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 664 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 A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The A129 Mangusta is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 78 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The A129 Mangusta has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher service ceiling at 4,724 meters (15,498 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,600 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The A129 Mangusta is longer at 12.3 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 25 years before the A129 Mangusta which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.