H215M / AS532 Cougar vs Mi-17 Hip-H
| French utility helicopter, notable for search and rescue missions, extensively utilized in military and civilian sectors since the 1970s. | |
| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 1 September 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
| 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 | 15.6 m |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 573 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,185 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| 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 H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the H215M / AS532 Cougar's 250 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H215M / AS532 Cougar has a longer range at 573 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the H215M / AS532 Cougar 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 H215M / AS532 Cougar's 4,100 meters (13,451 ft).
Which is heavier, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the H215M / AS532 Cougar's 9,000 kg.
Which is larger, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H215M / AS532 Cougar is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The H215M / AS532 Cougar is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 1 years before the H215M / AS532 Cougar which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H215M / AS532 Cougar or Mi-17 Hip-H?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 408 units of the H215M / AS532 Cougar.