AW139 vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The AW139 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 40 years before the AW139 (1961 vs 2001).
| Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 1100 units |
| Average unit price | $15 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 | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,061 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,141 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 AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 110 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW139 is longer at 13.8 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 38 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 1,100 units of the AW139.