206 JetRanger vs Mi-26 Halo
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the Mi-26 Halo are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 295 km/h for the Mi-26 Halo. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 500 km for the Mi-26 Halo. The Mi-26 Halo operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 56,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-26 Halo is 22:1 the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 316 for the Mi-26 Halo. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $25M for the Mi-26 Halo. The 206 JetRanger first flew 11 years before the Mi-26 Halo (1966 vs 1977).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 14 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 624 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 56,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is faster with a maximum speed of 295 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 16 years before the Mi-26 Halo which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-26 Halo?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 316 units of the Mi-26 Halo.