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).

British multi-purpose military helicopter, notable for naval, combat, utility roles, significantly deployed in the Falklands War.
Westland WG-13 Lynx Helicopter profile drawing
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.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
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.