Bell 214 vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The Bell 214 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 259 km/h for the Bell 214 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Bell 214 has an operational range of 411 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Bell 214.

The Bell 214 has been produced in 405 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Bell 214 first flew 5 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1970 vs 1975).

American medium-lift helicopter, developed in the early 1970s, utilized for military transport and search and rescue operations.
Bell Bell 214 military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 1 January 1970
Year introduced 1972
Number produced 405 units
Average unit price --
Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 1 January 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 12000 units
Average unit price $15 million
Wing area 182.4 mΒ²
Wingspan 15.0 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 14.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 259 km/h β—‰
Operational range 411 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,804 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,442 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,180 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 21.3 m β—‰
Height 4.8 m β—‰
Length 18.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,489 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Bell 214 is faster with a maximum speed of 259 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Bell 214's 411 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Bell 214's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Bell 214's 6,804 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Bell 214's 14.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Bell 214 entered service first in 1972, 5 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 214 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 405 units of the Bell 214.