CH-47 Chinook vs Mi-17 Hip-H
| American tandem rotor helicopter, synonymous with heavy-lift operations, crucial in conflicts including Vietnam and Afghanistan. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 21 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 1200 units |
| Average unit price | $38 million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wingspan | 18.3 m |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 30.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,639 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22,680 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,614 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,796 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook has a longer range at 740 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the CH-47 Chinook's 5,639 meters (18,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22,680 kg compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook is longer at 30.1 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook is more expensive at approximately $38 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The CH-47 Chinook entered service first in 1962, 15 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 1,200 units of the CH-47 Chinook.