Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B vs EC665 Tiger

Russian attack helicopter, known for its use in combat roles in Syria, equipped with reconnaissance and combat capabilities.
Picture of Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 25 June 1997
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 196 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.
Picture of EC665 Tiger
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 7.8 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 15.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 460 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Profile drawing of Kamov Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B
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—‰
Profile drawing of Eurocopter EC665 Tiger

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 300 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B 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-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,800 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B at $16 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B 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-52 Alligator Hokum-B or EC665 Tiger?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has been produced in greater numbers with 196 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.