H145M / EC645 vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The H145M / EC645 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H145M / EC645 has an operational range of 660 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,486 m for the H145M / EC645. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 3.6x the H145M / EC645's 3,585 kg.

The H145M / EC645 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $25M for the H145M / EC645 vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 24 years before the H145M / EC645 (1975 vs 1999).

H145M / EC645

German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H145M / EC645 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 12 June 1999
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $25 million
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Mi-17 Hip-H

Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
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
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H145M / EC645

Wingspan 10.8 m ◉
Height 3.5 m ◉
Length 13.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 269 km/h ◉
Operational range 660 km ◉
Service ceiling 5,486 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 3,585 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,792 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 275 kW ◉

Mi-17 Hip-H

Wingspan 21.3 m ◉
Height 4.8 m ◉
Length 18.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 250 km/h ◉
Operational range 800 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,000 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg ◉
Empty weight 7,489 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H145M / EC645 is faster with a maximum speed of 269 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 19 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the H145M / EC645's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the H145M / EC645's 3,585 kg.
Which is larger, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the H145M / EC645's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 25 years before the H145M / EC645 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H145M / EC645 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 1,500 units of the H145M / EC645.

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