206 JetRanger vs Mi-38

The 206 JetRanger and the Mi-38 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Kazan respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 300 km/h for the Mi-38. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 880 km for the Mi-38. The Mi-38 operates at altitudes up to 5,100 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 15,600 kg MTOW, the Mi-38 is 6.3x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 13 for the Mi-38. The 206 JetRanger first flew 37 years before the Mi-38 (1966 vs 2003).

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bell 206 JetRanger Helicopter profile drawing
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
Russian multi-purpose helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for passenger and cargo transport tasks.
Kazan Mi-38 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kazan
First flight 22 December 2003
Year introduced 2019
Number produced 13 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 226 km/h â—‰
Operational range 624 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW â—‰
Wingspan 21.1 m â—‰
Height 5.1 m â—‰
Length 19.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 880 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 15,600 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,059 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The Mi-38 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The Mi-38 has a longer range at 880 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The Mi-38 has a higher service ceiling at 5,100 meters (16,732 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The Mi-38 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 15,600 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The Mi-38 is longer at 19.7 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 52 years before the Mi-38 which entered service in 2019.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Mi-38?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 13 units of the Mi-38.