Dhruv vs KUH-1 Surion
| Indian utility helicopter, notable for extensive deployment in diverse Indian military and civil operations since the early 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 20 August 1992 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 335 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 March 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $21 million |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,580 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,445 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 807 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 828 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,048 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,709 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,973 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,228 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Dhruv by Noel Reynolds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The Dhruv is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 0 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a longer range at 828 km compared to the Dhruv's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The Dhruv has a higher service ceiling at 4,400 meters (14,435 ft) compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,709 kg compared to the Dhruv's 5,580 kg.
Which is larger, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Dhruv's 15.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the Dhruv at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The Dhruv entered service first in 2002, 11 years before the KUH-1 Surion which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dhruv or KUH-1 Surion?
The Dhruv has been produced in greater numbers with 335 units compared to 170 units of the KUH-1 Surion.