AW159 vs Mi-2 Hoplite

The AW159 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW159 operates at altitudes up to 4,000 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 48 years before the AW159 (1961 vs 2009).

British multi-role helicopter, deployed for battlefield utility, search and rescue, and anti-submarine warfare since modern warfare era.
AgustaWestland AW159 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland
First flight 12 November 2009
Year introduced 2014
Number produced 67 units
Average unit price $32 million
Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s.
Mil Mi-2 Hoplite Helicopter profile drawing
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 12.8 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 15.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 291 km/h â—‰
Operational range 777 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,015 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
Total thrust 2 x 294 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 91 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The AW159 is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 49 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.