A129 Mangusta vs Mi-28 Havoc
| 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 |
| Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 10 November 1982 |
| Year introduced | 2006 |
| Number produced | 126 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 17.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 435 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,590 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,641 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the A129 Mangusta's 278 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The A129 Mangusta has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 435 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher service ceiling at 5,700 meters (18,700 ft) compared to the A129 Mangusta's 4,724 meters (15,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the A129 Mangusta's 4,600 kg.
Which is larger, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the A129 Mangusta's 12.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The A129 Mangusta is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the Mi-28 Havoc at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The A129 Mangusta entered service first in 1990, 16 years before the Mi-28 Havoc which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has been produced in greater numbers with 126 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.