H175 vs Mi-8 Hip

The H175 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 315 km/h for the H175 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The H175 has an operational range of 1,259 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The H175 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 48 years before the H175 (1961 vs 2009).

European super-medium utility helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, utilized for oil and gas industry support, search and rescue, and corporate transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H175 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 17 December 2009
Year introduced 2014
Number produced N/A
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
Wing area 172.0 m²
Wingspan 14.8 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 18.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 315 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,259 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,603 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 662 kW â—‰
Wing area -- m²
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 560 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H175 is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H175 has a longer range at 1,259 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The H175 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the H175's 7,800 kg.
Which is larger, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the H175's 18.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the H175 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 47 years before the H175 which entered service in 2014.