Ka-60 Kasatka vs Mi-8 Hip

The Ka-60 Kasatka and the Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip. The Ka-60 Kasatka has an operational range of 700 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-60 Kasatka operates at altitudes up to 5,150 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Ka-60 Kasatka has been produced in 2 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 37 years before the Ka-60 Kasatka (1961 vs 1998).

Russian multipurpose helicopter, developed in the 1990s, employed primarily for transport, search and rescue, and medical evacuation.
Kamov Ka-60 Kasatka Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 10 December 1998
Year introduced --
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $-- million
Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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 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 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
Total thrust 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-60 Kasatka is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-60 Kasatka has a longer range at 700 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Ka-60 Kasatka has a higher service ceiling at 5,150 meters (16,896 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 6,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Ka-60 Kasatka's 15.6 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-60 Kasatka or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 2 units of the Ka-60 Kasatka.