CH-54 Tarhe vs Mi-8 Hip

Overview

The CH-54 Tarhe and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Sikorsky and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the CH-54 Tarhe vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The CH-54 Tarhe has an operational range of 370 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The CH-54 Tarhe operates at altitudes up to 11,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip.

The CH-54 Tarhe has been produced in 105 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 1 years before the CH-54 Tarhe (1961 vs 1962).

American twin-engine heavy-lift helicopter, developed in the early 1960s, primarily used for logistical support and heavy transport during the Vietnam War.
Sikorsky CH-54 Tarhe Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 9 May 1962
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 105 units
Average unit price --
Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 24 June 1961
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 17000 units
Average unit price $4 million
Wing area 378.3 mΒ²
Wingspan 22.0 m β—‰
Height 7.8 m β—‰
Length 27.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h β—‰
Operational range 370 km β—‰
Service ceiling 11,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 21,319 kg β—‰
Empty weight 8,981 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,800 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 21.3 m β—‰
Height 5.7 m β—‰
Length 25.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 495 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,160 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 560 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 240 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 370 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The CH-54 Tarhe has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The CH-54 Tarhe has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 21,319 kg compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The CH-54 Tarhe is longer at 27.0 meters compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 25.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The CH-54 Tarhe entered service first in 1963, 4 years before the Mi-8 Hip which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CH-54 Tarhe or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 105 units of the CH-54 Tarhe.