Dhruv vs Mi-8 Hip
The Dhruv and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by HAL and Mil respectively. Top speed is 280 km/h for the Dhruv vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Dhruv has an operational range of 630 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 4,400 m for the Dhruv. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.2x the Dhruv's 5,580 kg. The Dhruv has been produced in 335 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $12M for the Dhruv vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 31 years before the Dhruv (1961 vs 1992).
| 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 |
| Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 13.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Dhruv is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Dhruv has a longer range at 630 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Dhruv's 4,400 meters (14,435 ft).
Which is heavier, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Dhruv's 5,580 kg.
Which is larger, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Dhruv's 15.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Dhruv is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 35 years before the Dhruv which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dhruv or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 335 units of the Dhruv.