A129 Mangusta vs Mi-8 Hip
The A129 Mangusta and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Agusta and Mil respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the A129 Mangusta vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The A129 Mangusta has an operational range of 510 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The A129 Mangusta operates at altitudes up to 4,724 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.6x the A129 Mangusta's 4,600 kg. The A129 Mangusta has been produced in 60 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $22M for the A129 Mangusta vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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 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 | 11.9 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 | 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 A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The A129 Mangusta is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The A129 Mangusta has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher service ceiling at 4,724 meters (15,498 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the A129 Mangusta's 12.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The A129 Mangusta is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 23 years before the A129 Mangusta which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.