Bo 105 vs Mi-8 Hip
The Bo 105 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Mil respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 4.4x the Bo 105's 2,700 kg. The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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. | |
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| 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 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 | 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 | 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 Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 3 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 1,500 units of the Bo 105.