KUH-1 Surion vs Mi-17 Hip-H
| South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 March 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $21 million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
| 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 |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 828 km |
| Service ceiling | 3,048 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,709 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,973 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,228 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 0 km/h, a difference of 250 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The KUH-1 Surion has a longer range at 828 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the KUH-1 Surion 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 KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 8,709 kg.
Which is larger, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The KUH-1 Surion is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 36 years before the KUH-1 Surion which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 170 units of the KUH-1 Surion.