Ka-60 Kasatka vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The Ka-60 Kasatka and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Mil respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the Ka-60 Kasatka vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Ka-60 Kasatka has an operational range of 700 km vs 800 km for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,150 m for the Ka-60 Kasatka. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 2.0x the Ka-60 Kasatka's 6,500 kg. The Ka-60 Kasatka has been produced in 2 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 23 years before the Ka-60 Kasatka (1975 vs 1998).
| Russian multipurpose helicopter, developed in the 1990s, employed primarily for transport, search and rescue, and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 10 December 1998 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| Wingspan | 13.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,150 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 956 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Ka-60 Kasatka is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 5,150 meters (16,896 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 6,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 15.6 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 2 units of the Ka-60 Kasatka.