Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs MD-500
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C and the MD-500 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 205 km/h for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs 282 km/h for the MD-500. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has an operational range of 600 km vs 430 km for the MD-500. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C operates at altitudes up to 6,200 m compared to 4,877 m for the MD-500. At 3,450 kg MTOW, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C is 2.5x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has been produced in 269 units vs 4,700 for the MD-500. The MD-500 first flew 15 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C (1982 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 | $-- million |
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 205 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,450 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 336 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 205 km/h, a difference of 77 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a longer range at 600 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher service ceiling at 6,200 meters (20,341 ft) compared to the MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,450 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The MD-500 is longer at 9.4 meters compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 35 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 MD-500?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 269 units of the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C.