Ka-25 Hormone vs Mi-8 Hip

The Ka-25 Hormone and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively. Top speed is 220 km/h for the Ka-25 Hormone vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-25 Hormone has an operational range of 400 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,350 m for the Ka-25 Hormone. The Ka-25 Hormone has been produced in 460 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $6M for the Ka-25 Hormone vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip.

Soviet anti-submarine helicopter, recognized for Cold War naval usage, efficient in search and rescue, transportation, and assault operations.
Kamov Ka-25 Hormone Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 26 April 1961
Year introduced 1968
Number produced 460 units
Average unit price $6 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 15.7 m â—‰
Height 5.4 m â—‰
Length 9.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 220 km/h â—‰
Operational range 400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,350 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,765 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,454 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-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 220 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 400 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 3,350 meters (10,990 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 7,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-25 Hormone is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 1 years before the Ka-25 Hormone which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-25 Hormone or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 460 units of the Ka-25 Hormone.