Bo 105 vs Mi-2 Hoplite

The Bo 105 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Mil respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 6 years before the Bo 105 (1961 vs 1967).

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
MBB Bo 105 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $0.6 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 9.8 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 270 km/h â—‰
Operational range 657 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,182 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,675 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 332 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 Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 5 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 1,500 units of the Bo 105.