Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs Mi-8 Hip
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively. Top speed is 315 km/h for the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has an operational range of 460 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has been produced in 19 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $16M for the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 21 years before the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" (1961 vs 1982).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 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-8 Hip?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" is more expensive at approximately $16 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 28 years before the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 19 units of the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark".