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. | |
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| 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. | |
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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 | 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.