Ka-27 Helix vs Ka-31

Overview

The Ka-27 Helix and the Ka-31 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Kamov respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the Ka-27 Helix vs 250 km/h for the Ka-31. The Ka-27 Helix has an operational range of 980 km vs 600 km for the Ka-31.

The Ka-27 Helix has been produced in 201 units vs 28 for the Ka-31. The Ka-27 Helix first flew 14 years before the Ka-31 (1973 vs 1987).

Soviet maritime helicopter, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and rescue operations during the Cold War era.
Kamov Ka-27 Helix Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 8 August 1973
Year introduced 1982
Number produced 201 units
Average unit price --
Soviet naval airborne early warning and control helicopter, developed in the late 1980s, deployed in naval operations by Russia, China, and India.
Kamov Ka-31 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 1 January 1987
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 28 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
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
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,500 kg
Total thrust 2 x 830 kW â—‰
Wing area 397.2 m²
Wingspan 15.9 m â—‰
Height 5.6 m â—‰
Length 12.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h â—‰
Operational range 600 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 12,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 932 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-27 Helix is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Ka-31's 250 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-27 Helix has a longer range at 980 km compared to the Ka-31's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-27 Helix has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Ka-31's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-31 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,500 kg compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-31 is longer at 12.5 meters compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-27 Helix entered service first in 1982, 13 years before the Ka-31 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-27 Helix or Ka-31?
The Ka-27 Helix has been produced in greater numbers with 201 units compared to 28 units of the Ka-31.