KUH-1 Surion vs Mi-8 Hip
The KUH-1 Surion and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by KAI and Mil respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the KUH-1 Surion vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The KUH-1 Surion has an operational range of 828 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,048 m for the KUH-1 Surion. The KUH-1 Surion has been produced in 170 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $21M for the KUH-1 Surion vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 49 years before the KUH-1 Surion (1961 vs 2010).
| South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013. | |
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| 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 multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| 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 | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 828 km â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
| 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The KUH-1 Surion is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The KUH-1 Surion has a longer range at 828 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 8,709 kg.
Which is larger, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 19.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 46 years before the KUH-1 Surion which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KUH-1 Surion or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 170 units of the KUH-1 Surion.