H120 / EC120 Colibri vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The H120 / EC120 Colibri and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the H120 / EC120 Colibri vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H120 / EC120 Colibri has an operational range of 727 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H120 / EC120 Colibri operates at altitudes up to 17,600 m compared to 6,000 m for the Mi-17 Hip-H. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 7.6x the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg. The H120 / EC120 Colibri has been produced in 700 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 20 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri (1975 vs 1995).
| French light utility helicopter, notable for widespread civil use and law enforcement operations since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 9 June 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 700 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 727 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 376 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 727 km.
Which can fly higher, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher service ceiling at 17,600 meters (57,742 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg.
Which is larger, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 21 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 700 units of the H120 / EC120 Colibri.