Mi-17 Hip-H vs Mi-26 Halo

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the Mi-26 Halo are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Mil respectively. Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 295 km/h for the Mi-26 Halo. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 500 km for the Mi-26 Halo. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,600 m for the Mi-26 Halo. At 56,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-26 Halo is 4.3x the Mi-17 Hip-H's 13,000 kg. The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 316 for the Mi-26 Halo. Unit cost is $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs $25M for the Mi-26 Halo. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 2 years before the Mi-26 Halo (1975 vs 1977).

Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions.
Mil Mi-17 Hip-H Helicopter profile drawing
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
Soviet heavy transport helicopter, frequently utilized for cargo and troop transport, infamous for Chernobyl disaster relief mission.
Mil Mi-26 Halo Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 14 December 1977
Year introduced 1983
Number produced 316 units
Average unit price $25 million
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—‰
Wingspan 32.0 m â—‰
Height 8.1 m â—‰
Length 40.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 295 km/h â—‰
Operational range 500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 56,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 28,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is faster with a maximum speed of 295 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 13,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 6 years before the Mi-26 Halo which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 316 units of the Mi-26 Halo.