H160M Guépard vs Mi-8 Hip

Overview

The H160M Guépard and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 325 km/h for the H160M Guépard vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The H160M Guépard has an operational range of 880 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The H160M Guépard operates at altitudes up to 5,900 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.1x the H160M Guépard's 5,670 kg.

The H160M Guépard has been produced in 1 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 54 years before the H160M Guépard (1961 vs 2015).

French multi-role helicopter, predominantly utilized for military services and receivied first deployment in 2021.
Airbus Helicopters H160M Guépard Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 13 March 2015
Year introduced 2021
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price --
Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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 13.4 m
Height 4.0 m
Length 12.0 m
Maximum speed 325 km/h
Operational range 880 km
Service ceiling 5,900 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg
Empty weight 4,240 kg
Total thrust 2 x 478 kW
Wingspan 21.3 m
Height 5.7 m
Length 25.2 m
Maximum speed 250 km/h
Operational range 495 km
Service ceiling 4,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg
Empty weight 7,160 kg
Total thrust 2 x 560 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The H160M Guépard is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 75 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The H160M Guépard has a longer range at 880 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The H160M Guépard has a higher service ceiling at 5,900 meters (19,356 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the H160M Guépard's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the H160M Guépard's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 54 years before the H160M Guépard which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H160M Guépard or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 1 units of the H160M Guépard.