Mi-17 Hip-H vs OH-1 Ninja

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the OH-1 Ninja are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Kawasaki respectively. Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 278 km/h for the OH-1 Ninja. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 550 km for the OH-1 Ninja. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,880 m for the OH-1 Ninja. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 3.2x the OH-1 Ninja's 4,000 kg. The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 38 for the OH-1 Ninja. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 21 years before the OH-1 Ninja (1975 vs 1996).

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
Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance.
Kawasaki OH-1 Ninja Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kawasaki
First flight 6 August 1996
Year introduced 2000
Number produced 38 units
Average unit price $-- 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 11.6 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 12.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 278 km/h â—‰
Operational range 550 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,880 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,450 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 664 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,880 meters (16,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 23 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or OH-1 Ninja?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.