H120 / EC120 Colibri vs Mi-8 Hip
The H120 / EC120 Colibri and the Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip. The H120 / EC120 Colibri has an operational range of 727 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The H120 / EC120 Colibri operates at altitudes up to 17,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 7.1x the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg. The H120 / EC120 Colibri has been produced in 700 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 34 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri (1961 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 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 | 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 | 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 H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a longer range at 727 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher service ceiling at 17,600 meters (57,742 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg.
Which is larger, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 31 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 700 units of the H120 / EC120 Colibri.