AW149 vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The AW149 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW149 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AW149 has an operational range of 1,009 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AW149 operates at altitudes up to 6,095 m compared to 6,000 m for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The AW149 has been produced in 31 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $16M for the AW149 vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 34 years before the AW149 (1975 vs 2009).
| Italian medium-lift military helicopter, developed in the 2000s, largely envisaged for troop transport and medical evacuation missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 13 November 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | 31 units |
| Average unit price | $16 million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,009 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,095 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,476 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW149 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW149 has a longer range at 1,009 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW149 has a higher service ceiling at 6,095 meters (19,996 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the AW149's 8,600 kg.
Which is larger, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the AW149's 17.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The AW149 is more expensive at approximately $16 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 37 years before the AW149 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW149 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 31 units of the AW149.