AW139 vs Mi-8 Hip
The AW139 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $15M for the AW139 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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 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 | 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 | 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 AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AW139's 6,400 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The AW139 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 36 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 1,100 units of the AW139.