Bell 430 vs Mi-8 Hip
The Bell 430 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Mil respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the Bell 430 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Bell 430 has an operational range of 600 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Bell 430 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.8x the Bell 430's 4,218 kg. The Bell 430 has been produced in 136 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $10M for the Bell 430 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 33 years before the Bell 430 (1961 vs 1994).
| American commercial helicopter, actively utilized globally for medical services and executive transportation since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 25 October 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 136 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,218 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 585 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bell 430 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bell 430 has a longer range at 600 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bell 430 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Bell 430's 4,218 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Bell 430's 15.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bell 430 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 28 years before the Bell 430 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 430 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 136 units of the Bell 430.