206 JetRanger vs Mi-38
Overview
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. | |
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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 |
| Russian multi-purpose helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for passenger and cargo transport tasks. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kazan |
| First flight | 22 December 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2019 |
| Number produced | 13 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 21.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 880 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,600 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,030 kW ◉ |
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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.