H215M / AS532 Cougar vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The H215M / AS532 Cougar and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the H215M / AS532 Cougar vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H215M / AS532 Cougar has an operational range of 573 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 4,100 m for the H215M / AS532 Cougar.

The H215M / AS532 Cougar has been produced in 408 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $18M for the H215M / AS532 Cougar vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 3 years before the H215M / AS532 Cougar (1975 vs 1978).

French utility helicopter, notable for search and rescue missions, extensively utilized in military and civilian sectors since the 1970s.
Airbus Helicopters H215M / AS532 Cougar Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 1 September 1978
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 408 units
Average unit price $18 million
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
Wingspan 15.6 m
Height 4.8 m
Length 18.7 m
Maximum speed 250 km/h
Operational range 573 km
Service ceiling 4,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 9,000 kg
Empty weight 4,330 kg
Total thrust 2 x 593 kW
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 H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the H215M / AS532 Cougar's 250 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the H215M / AS532 Cougar's 573 km.
Which can fly higher, the H215M / AS532 Cougar 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 H215M / AS532 Cougar's 4,100 meters (13,451 ft).
Which is heavier, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the H215M / AS532 Cougar's 9,000 kg.
Which is larger, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H215M / AS532 Cougar is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H215M / AS532 Cougar is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 1 years before the H215M / AS532 Cougar which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 408 units of the H215M / AS532 Cougar.