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Ka-29 Helix-B vs Mi-24 Hind

Kamov Ka-29 Helix-B military helicopters side profile drawing
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Specifications
Ka-29 Helix-B Mi-24 Hind
Origin country 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov Mil
First flight 24 December 1973 19 September 1969
Year introduced 1987 1972
Number produced 60 units 2648 units
Average unit price -- $12 million
Wing area 392.2 m² -- m²
Wingspan 15.8 m 6.5 m
Height 5.5 m 5.5 m
Length 11.3 m 21.4 m
Maximum speed 270 km/h 330 km/h
Operational range 980 km 450 km
Service ceiling 5,000 m 5,120 m
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg 11,500 kg
Empty weight 6,500 kg 7,792 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,660 kW 2 x 1,641 kW
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Overview

The Ka-29 Helix-B and the Mi-24 Hind are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the Ka-29 Helix-B vs 330 km/h for the Mi-24 Hind. The Ka-29 Helix-B has an operational range of 980 km vs 450 km for the Mi-24 Hind. The Mi-24 Hind operates at altitudes up to 5,120 m compared to 5,000 m for the Ka-29 Helix-B.

The Ka-29 Helix-B has been produced in 60 units vs 2,648 for the Mi-24 Hind. The Mi-24 Hind first flew 4 years before the Ka-29 Helix-B (1969 vs 1973).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind is faster with a maximum speed of 330 km/h compared to the Ka-29 Helix-B's 270 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Ka-29 Helix-B has a longer range at 980 km compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 450 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher service ceiling at 5,120 meters (16,797 ft) compared to the Ka-29 Helix-B's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Ka-29 Helix-B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the Ka-29 Helix-B's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind entered service first in 1972, 15 years before the Ka-29 Helix-B which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-29 Helix-B or Mi-24 Hind?
The Mi-24 Hind has been produced in greater numbers with 2,648 units compared to 60 units of the Ka-29 Helix-B.