Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs Ka-27 Helix
Overview
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C and the Ka-27 Helix are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Kamov respectively.
Top speed is 205 km/h for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs 270 km/h for the Ka-27 Helix. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has an operational range of 600 km vs 980 km for the Ka-27 Helix. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C operates at altitudes up to 6,200 m compared to 5,000 m for the Ka-27 Helix. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Ka-27 Helix is 3.5x the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 3,450 kg.
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has been produced in 269 units vs 201 for the Ka-27 Helix. The Ka-27 Helix first flew 24 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C (1973 vs 1997).
| Russian light utility helicopter, operational since late 20th century, frequently deployed for medical, policing and aerial work. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 4 September 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 269 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Soviet maritime helicopter, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and rescue operations during the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 8 August 1973 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 201 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 205 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,450 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,950 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 168 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 980 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,500 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 830 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 205 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix has a longer range at 980 km compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher service ceiling at 6,200 meters (20,341 ft) compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 3,450 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix is longer at 11.3 meters compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix entered service first in 1982, 20 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has been produced in greater numbers with 269 units compared to 201 units of the Ka-27 Helix.