Ka-27 Helix vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The Ka-27 Helix and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Ka-27 Helix vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Ka-27 Helix has an operational range of 980 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Ka-27 Helix operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Ka-27 Helix is 3.2x the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg. The Ka-27 Helix has been produced in 201 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 12 years before the Ka-27 Helix (1961 vs 1973).
| 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 | $-- million |
| Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 22 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 5497 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 980 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,659 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 294 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Ka-27 Helix is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Ka-27 Helix has a longer range at 980 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Ka-27 Helix has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Ka-27 Helix has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 17 years before the Ka-27 Helix which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-27 Helix or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 201 units of the Ka-27 Helix.