H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 vs Mi-8 Hip
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has an operational range of 790 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.4x the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,920 kg. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has been produced in 116 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 36 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 (1961 vs 1997).
| French multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 17 June 1997 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 116 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 | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 790 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 713 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 H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a longer range at 790 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,920 kg.
Which is larger, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 14.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 32 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 116 units of the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.