Mi-17 Hip-H vs Oryx

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the Oryx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Atlas respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 306 km/h for the Oryx. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 303 km for the Oryx. The Oryx operates at altitudes up to 7,162 m compared to 6,000 m for the Mi-17 Hip-H.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 50 for the Oryx. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 11 years before the Oryx (1975 vs 1986).

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 πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 1 January 1975
Year introduced 1977
Number produced 12000 units
Average unit price $15 million
South African medium-sized utility helicopter, developed in the 1980s and introduced in the early 1990s, used primarily for transport, search and rescue, and peacekeeping operations.
Atlas Oryx Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Atlas
First flight 1 January 1986
Year introduced 1987
Number produced 50 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 21.3 m β—‰
Height 4.8 m β—‰
Length 18.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 7,489 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW β—‰
Wing area 191.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 15.6 m β—‰
Height 5.1 m β—‰
Length 15.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 306 km/h β—‰
Operational range 303 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,162 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,600 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 700 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Oryx is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Oryx's 303 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Oryx has a higher service ceiling at 7,162 meters (23,497 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Oryx's 8,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Oryx's 15.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 10 years before the Oryx which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Oryx?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 50 units of the Oryx.