Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs Mi-28 Havoc
| 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 |
| Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 10 November 1982 |
| Year introduced | 2006 |
| Number produced | 126 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| 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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| Wingspan | 17.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 435 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,590 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,641 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 315 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has a longer range at 460 km compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 435 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher service ceiling at 5,700 meters (18,700 ft) compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 10,800 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 16.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" is more expensive at approximately $16 million per unit compared to the Mi-28 Havoc at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" entered service first in 1995, 11 years before the Mi-28 Havoc which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-28 Havoc?
The Mi-28 Havoc has been produced in greater numbers with 126 units compared to 19 units of the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark".