Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Bell respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has an operational range of 460 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,500 m for the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B. At 10,800 kg MTOW, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is 2.5x the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg. The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has been produced in 196 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $16M for the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 41 years before the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B (1956 vs 1997).

Russian attack helicopter, known for its use in combat roles in Syria, equipped with reconnaissance and combat capabilities.
Kamov Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B Helicopter profile drawing
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
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 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—‰
Wingspan 14.6 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h â—‰
Operational range 510 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,910 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,087 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 78 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 460 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,800 kg compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B is more expensive at approximately $16 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 36 years before the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 196 units of the Ka-52 Alligator Hokum-B.