AH-64 Apache vs Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"
| American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 30 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 2400 units |
| Average unit price | $33 million |
| Soviet attack helicopter, distinctive for service during the Chechen conflicts, primarily used for reconnaissance and direct fire support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 17 June 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 19 units |
| Average unit price | $16 million |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 293 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,670 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,107 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,352 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 460 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,641 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the AH-64 Apache's 293 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache has a longer range at 480 km compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher service ceiling at 5,670 meters (18,602 ft) compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,800 kg compared to the AH-64 Apache's 10,107 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache is more expensive at approximately $33 million per unit compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" at $16 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache entered service first in 1984, 11 years before the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-64 Apache or Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 19 units of the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark".