Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs EC665 Tiger
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Eurocopter respectively. Top speed is 315 km/h for the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has an operational range of 460 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has been produced in 19 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $16M for the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" first flew 9 years before the EC665 Tiger (1982 vs 1991).
| 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 |
| German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Eurocopter |
| First flight | 27 April 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 180 units |
| Average unit price | $36 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 | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 958 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 315 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark"'s 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,800 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" at $16 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" entered service first in 1995, 7 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark" or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has been produced in greater numbers with 180 units compared to 19 units of the Ka-50 Hokum "Black Shark".