H135M / EC365 vs Mi-2 Hoplite

The H135M / EC365 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The H135M / EC365 has an operational range of 630 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The H135M / EC365 has been produced in 1,400 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 33 years before the H135M / EC365 (1961 vs 1994).

European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century.
Airbus Helicopters H135M / EC365 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 15 February 1994
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 1400 units
Average unit price $12 million
Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s.
Mil Mi-2 Hoplite Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 22 September 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 5497 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 12.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h â—‰
Operational range 630 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,900 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,490 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 519 kW â—‰
Wingspan 14.5 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 11.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 200 km/h â—‰
Operational range 440 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,372 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 294 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 87 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg.
Which is larger, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The H135M / EC365 is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 31 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H135M / EC365 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.