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.
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 multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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.