WG-13 Lynx vs Mi-8 Hip
The WG-13 Lynx and the Mi-8 Hip 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-8 Hip. The WG-13 Lynx has an operational range of 528 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-8 Hip is 2.5x the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg. The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in 450 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $10M for the WG-13 Lynx vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip 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 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The WG-13 Lynx is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The WG-13 Lynx has a longer range at 528 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The WG-13 Lynx is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 11 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the WG-13 Lynx or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 450 units of the WG-13 Lynx.