Mi-1 Hare vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

Soviet light utility helicopter, extensively used for civilian and military operations during the mid-20th century.
Picture of Mi-1 Hare
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 20 September 1948
Year introduced 1950
Number produced 2594 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Picture of UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Wingspan 14.4 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 12.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 185 km/h â—‰
Operational range 430 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,330 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,700 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 423 kW â—‰
Wingspan 14.6 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h â—‰
Operational range 510 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,910 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,087 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is faster with a maximum speed of 222 km/h compared to the Mi-1 Hare's 185 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Mi-1 Hare's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the Mi-1 Hare's 3,500 meters (11,482 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the Mi-1 Hare's 2,330 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Mi-1 Hare's 12.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the Mi-1 Hare at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Mi-1 Hare entered service first in 1950, 9 years before the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" which entered service in 1959.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-1 Hare or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 2,594 units of the Mi-1 Hare.