WG-13 Lynx vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The WG-13 Lynx and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Westland and Mil respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The WG-13 Lynx has an operational range of 528 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite operates at altitudes up to 4,000 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx. The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in 450 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 10 years before the WG-13 Lynx (1961 vs 1971).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 22 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 5497 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 294 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The WG-13 Lynx is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The WG-13 Lynx has a longer range at 528 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The WG-13 Lynx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 13 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 450 units of the WG-13 Lynx.