WG-13 Lynx vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The WG-13 Lynx and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Westland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The WG-13 Lynx has an operational range of 528 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 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 2.7x the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg. The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in 450 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $10M for the WG-13 Lynx vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The WG-13 Lynx first flew 4 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1971 vs 1975).
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Westland |
| First flight | 21 March 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 450 units |
| Average unit price | $10 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 | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 528 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The WG-13 Lynx 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 WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 528 km.
Which can fly higher, the WG-13 Lynx 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 WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the WG-13 Lynx at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 1 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 450 units of the WG-13 Lynx.