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. | |
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| 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. | |
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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 |
| 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.