429 GlobalRanger vs Mi-2 Hoplite

The 429 GlobalRanger and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 46 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1961 vs 2007).

Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009.
Bell 429 GlobalRanger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 27 February 2007
Year introduced 2009
Number produced 325 units
Average unit price $7.3 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 11.0 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h â—‰
Operational range 720 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,175 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,925 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 466 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 â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 294 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 87 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The 429 GlobalRanger is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 44 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.