MD-500 vs Mi-17 Hip-H
The MD-500 and the Mi-17 Hip-H are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Hughes and Mil respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the MD-500 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The MD-500 has an operational range of 430 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 4,877 m for the MD-500. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 9.6x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The MD-500 has been produced in 4,700 units vs 12,000 for the Mi-17 Hip-H. Unit cost is $4M for the MD-500 vs $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 7 years before the MD-500 (1975 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 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 | 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 | 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 MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-500 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 MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 10 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-500 or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 4,700 units of the MD-500.