Ka-31 vs Mi-17 Hip-H

Overview

The Ka-31 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Ka-31 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Ka-31 has an operational range of 600 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H.

The Ka-31 has been produced in 28 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 12 years before the Ka-31 (1975 vs 1987).

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 --
Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 1 January 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 12000 units
Average unit price $15 million
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—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 21.3 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 18.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h â—‰
Operational range 800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,489 kg
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the Ka-31's 250 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Ka-31's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Ka-31's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Ka-31's 12,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Ka-31's 12.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 18 years before the Ka-31 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-31 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 28 units of the Ka-31.