Cabri G2 vs Mi-8 Hip
The Cabri G2 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Guimbal and Mil respectively. Top speed is 185 km/h for the Cabri G2 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Cabri G2 has an operational range of 700 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 2,286 m for the Cabri G2. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 17:1 the Cabri G2's 700 kg. The Cabri G2 has been produced in 300 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $0.39M for the Cabri G2 vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 44 years before the Cabri G2 (1961 vs 2005).
| French light helicopter, prevalent in the 21st century, primarily utilized for training and surveillance purposes globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Guimbal |
| First flight | 31 March 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $0.4 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 | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,286 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 420 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 108 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 Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the Cabri G2's 185 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Cabri G2 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Cabri G2's 2,286 meters (7,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Cabri G2's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Cabri G2's 8.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Cabri G2 at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 41 years before the Cabri G2 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cabri G2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 300 units of the Cabri G2.