F-28 vs Mi-34 Hermit

American light helicopter, employed in civil and military avenues world over, since its inception in the late 1960s.
Picture of F-28
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Enstrom
First flight 12 November 1960
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 32 units
Average unit price $4 million
Russian light utility helicopter, operational in training and civilian applications since the late 20th century.
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 17 November 1986
Year introduced 1993
Number produced 27 units
Average unit price $-- million
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 8.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 180 km/h â—‰
Operational range 446 km
Service ceiling 3,658 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,179 kg â—‰
Empty weight 712 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 168 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Enstrom F-28
Height 2.8 m â—‰
Length 11.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 210 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 4,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 950 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 239 kW â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of F-28 by Enstrom Helicopter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit is faster with a maximum speed of 210 km/h compared to the F-28's 180 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The F-28 has a longer range at 446 km compared to the Mi-34 Hermit's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the F-28's 3,658 meters (12,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,450 kg compared to the F-28's 1,179 kg.
Which is larger, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the F-28's 8.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The F-28 entered service first in 1965, 28 years before the Mi-34 Hermit which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-28 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The F-28 has been produced in greater numbers with 32 units compared to 27 units of the Mi-34 Hermit.