CH-46 Sea Knight vs Mi-24 Hind

Overview

The CH-46 Sea Knight and the Mi-24 Hind are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing/Vertol and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 266 km/h for the CH-46 Sea Knight vs 330 km/h for the Mi-24 Hind. The CH-46 Sea Knight has an operational range of 1,020 km vs 450 km for the Mi-24 Hind. The Mi-24 Hind operates at altitudes up to 5,120 m compared to 4,267 m for the CH-46 Sea Knight.

The CH-46 Sea Knight has been produced in 524 units vs 2,648 for the Mi-24 Hind. Unit cost is $14M for the CH-46 Sea Knight vs $12M for the Mi-24 Hind. The CH-46 Sea Knight first flew 11 years before the Mi-24 Hind (1958 vs 1969).

American medium-lift tandem rotor helicopter, notably deployed in Vietnam and Iraq, used for troop transportation and search and rescue operations.
Boeing/Vertol CH-46 Sea Knight Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Boeing/Vertol
First flight 22 April 1958
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 524 units
Average unit price $14 million
Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles.
Mil Mi-24 Hind Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 19 September 1969
Year introduced 1972
Number produced 2648 units
Average unit price $12 million
Wingspan 16.0 m β—‰
Height 5.1 m β—‰
Length 13.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 266 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,020 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,267 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,047 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 700 kW β—‰
Wingspan 6.5 m β—‰
Height 5.5 m β—‰
Length 21.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 330 km/h β—‰
Operational range 450 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,120 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,792 kg β—‰
Total thrust 0 β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind is faster with a maximum speed of 330 km/h compared to the CH-46 Sea Knight's 266 km/h, a difference of 64 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The CH-46 Sea Knight has a longer range at 1,020 km compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 450 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher service ceiling at 5,120 meters (16,797 ft) compared to the CH-46 Sea Knight's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the CH-46 Sea Knight's 11,000 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the CH-46 Sea Knight's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The CH-46 Sea Knight is more expensive at approximately $14 million per unit compared to the Mi-24 Hind at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The CH-46 Sea Knight entered service first in 1964, 8 years before the Mi-24 Hind which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CH-46 Sea Knight or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind has been produced in greater numbers with 2,648 units compared to 524 units of the CH-46 Sea Knight.