H225M / EC725 Caracal vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The H225M / EC725 Caracal and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 324 km/h for the H225M / EC725 Caracal vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H225M / EC725 Caracal has an operational range of 930 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The H225M / EC725 Caracal operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 6,000 m for the Mi-17 Hip-H.

The H225M / EC725 Caracal has been produced in 90 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $70M for the H225M / EC725 Caracal vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 25 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal (1975 vs 2000).

European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations.
Airbus Helicopters H225M / EC725 Caracal Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 27 November 2000
Year introduced 2005
Number produced 90 units
Average unit price $70 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 16.2 m
Height 4.6 m
Length 19.5 m
Maximum speed 324 km/h
Operational range 930 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,200 kg
Empty weight 5,330 kg
Total thrust 2 x 888 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 H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 11,200 kg.
Which is larger, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 28 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 90 units of the H225M / EC725 Caracal.