Mi-17 Hip-H vs SA315 Alouette II

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the SA315 Alouette II are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Aérospatiale respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 192 km/h for the SA315 Alouette II. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 565 km for the SA315 Alouette II. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 2,300 m for the SA315 Alouette II. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 8.1x the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 1,300 for the SA315 Alouette II. The SA315 Alouette II first flew 20 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1955 vs 1975).

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
French light helicopter, renowned for its high-altitude service in the Himalayas during the 1960s and subsequent global deployments.
Aérospatiale SA315 Alouette II Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Aérospatiale
First flight 12 March 1955
Year introduced 1957
Number produced 1300 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan 21.3 m
Height 4.8 m
Length 18.5 m
Maximum speed 250 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 6,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 13,000 kg
Empty weight 7,489 kg
Total thrust 2 x 746 kW
Wingspan 10.2 m
Height 2.8 m
Length 9.7 m
Maximum speed 192 km/h
Operational range 565 km
Service ceiling 2,300 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,600 kg
Empty weight 895 kg
Total thrust 1 x 343 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 192 km/h, a difference of 58 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 565 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 20 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H which entered service in 1977.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SA315 Alouette II?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.