Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs Mi-8 Hip

The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively. Top speed is 205 km/h for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has an operational range of 600 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C operates at altitudes up to 6,200 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 3.5x the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 3,450 kg. The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has been produced in 269 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 36 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C (1961 vs 1997).

Russian light utility helicopter, operational since late 20th century, frequently deployed for medical, policing and aerial work.
Kamov Ka-226 Hoodlum-C Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 4 September 1997
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 269 units
Average unit price $-- million
Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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 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 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 Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 205 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a longer range at 600 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher service ceiling at 6,200 meters (20,341 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip 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 Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip 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 Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 269 units of the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C.