CH-54 Tarhe vs Mi-26 Halo
Overview
The CH-54 Tarhe and the Mi-26 Halo are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Sikorsky and Mil respectively.
Top speed is 240 km/h for the CH-54 Tarhe vs 295 km/h for the Mi-26 Halo. The CH-54 Tarhe has an operational range of 370 km vs 500 km for the Mi-26 Halo. The CH-54 Tarhe operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 4,600 m for the Mi-26 Halo. At 56,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-26 Halo is 2.6x the CH-54 Tarhe's 21,319 kg.
The CH-54 Tarhe has been produced in 105 units vs 316 for the Mi-26 Halo. The CH-54 Tarhe first flew 15 years before the Mi-26 Halo (1962 vs 1977).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 9 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 105 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 14 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 378.3 m² |
| Wingspan | 22.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 27.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 370 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,319 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,981 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,800 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 56,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is faster with a maximum speed of 295 km/h compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 240 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a longer range at 500 km compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 370 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The CH-54 Tarhe has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 21,319 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 27.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The CH-54 Tarhe entered service first in 1963, 20 years before the Mi-26 Halo which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has been produced in greater numbers with 316 units compared to 105 units of the CH-54 Tarhe.