MD-900 vs Mi-2 Hoplite
The MD-900 and the Mi-2 Hoplite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MD Helicopters and Mil respectively. Top speed is 259 km/h for the MD-900 vs 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The MD-900 has an operational range of 543 km vs 440 km for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The MD-900 operates at altitudes up to 5,334 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The MD-900 has been produced in 5 units vs 5,497 for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite first flew 31 years before the MD-900 (1961 vs 1992).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s. | |
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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 | -- |
| Wingspan | 10.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 543 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 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 147 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The MD-900 is faster with a maximum speed of 259 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The MD-900 has a longer range at 543 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The MD-900 has a higher service ceiling at 5,334 meters (17,500 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite entered service first in 1965, 29 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-900 or Mi-2 Hoplite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.