CH-47 Chinook vs Mi-6 Hook

Overview

The CH-47 Chinook and the Mi-6 Hook are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 315 km/h for the CH-47 Chinook vs 300 km/h for the Mi-6 Hook. The CH-47 Chinook has an operational range of 740 km vs 970 km for the Mi-6 Hook. The CH-47 Chinook operates at altitudes up to 5,639 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-6 Hook.

The CH-47 Chinook has been produced in 1,200 units vs 500 for the Mi-6 Hook. The Mi-6 Hook first flew 4 years before the CH-47 Chinook (1957 vs 1961).

American tandem rotor helicopter, synonymous with heavy-lift operations, crucial in conflicts including Vietnam and Afghanistan.
Boeing CH-47 Chinook Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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 heavy transport helicopter, developed in the mid-1950s for civil and military logistics, extensively used for heavy-lift operations and troop transport until the early 21st century.
Mil Mi-6 Hook Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 5 June 1957
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 500 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 18.3 m β—‰
Height 5.7 m β—‰
Length 30.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 315 km/h β—‰
Operational range 740 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,639 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 22,680 kg β—‰
Empty weight 10,614 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,398 kW β—‰
Wing area 962.1 mΒ²
Wingspan 35.0 m β—‰
Height 9.2 m β—‰
Length 33.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 970 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 44,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 2,050 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The CH-47 Chinook is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-6 Hook's 300 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The Mi-6 Hook has a longer range at 970 km compared to the CH-47 Chinook's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The CH-47 Chinook has a higher service ceiling at 5,639 meters (18,500 ft) compared to the Mi-6 Hook's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The Mi-6 Hook has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 44,000 kg compared to the CH-47 Chinook's 22,680 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The Mi-6 Hook is longer at 33.2 meters compared to the CH-47 Chinook's 30.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The Mi-6 Hook entered service first in 1959, 3 years before the CH-47 Chinook which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CH-47 Chinook or Mi-6 Hook?
The CH-47 Chinook has been produced in greater numbers with 1,200 units compared to 500 units of the Mi-6 Hook.