H225M / EC725 Caracal vs Mi-8 Hip
The H225M / EC725 Caracal and the Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip. The H225M / EC725 Caracal has an operational range of 930 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The H225M / EC725 Caracal operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The H225M / EC725 Caracal has been produced in 90 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $70M for the H225M / EC725 Caracal vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 39 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal (1961 vs 2000).
| European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations. | |
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| 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 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 |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,776 kW â—‰ |
| 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 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 11,200 kg.
Which is larger, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 19.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 38 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 90 units of the H225M / EC725 Caracal.