MD-500 vs Mi-14 Haze
The MD-500 and the Mi-14 Haze are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Hughes and Mil respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the MD-500 vs 230 km/h for the Mi-14 Haze. The MD-500 has an operational range of 430 km vs 1,135 km for the Mi-14 Haze. The MD-500 operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 3,500 m for the Mi-14 Haze. At 14,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-14 Haze is 10:1 the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The MD-500 has been produced in 4,700 units vs 273 for the Mi-14 Haze. The Mi-14 Haze first flew 15 years before the MD-500 (1967 vs 1982).
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Soviet-made amphibious helicopter, known for Cold War-era naval usage, including anti-submarine and anti-ship roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 August 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 273 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,135 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,750 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,454 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Mi-14 Haze's 230 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The Mi-14 Haze has a longer range at 1,135 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The MD-500 has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the Mi-14 Haze's 3,500 meters (11,482 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The Mi-14 Haze has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,000 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The Mi-14 Haze is longer at 18.4 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 8 years before the Mi-14 Haze which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-500 or Mi-14 Haze?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 273 units of the Mi-14 Haze.