Mi-17 Hip-H vs SH-60 Seahawk

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the SH-60 Seahawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Sikorsky respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 270 km/h for the SH-60 Seahawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 830 km for the SH-60 Seahawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 3,700 m for the SH-60 Seahawk.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 938 for the SH-60 Seahawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 4 years before the SH-60 Seahawk (1975 vs 1979).

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
American twin-engine multi-mission maritime helicopter, developed in the late 1970s, widely deployed for anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and naval utility operations.
Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 12 December 1979
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 938 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 210.2 mΒ²
Wingspan 16.4 m β—‰
Height 5.2 m β—‰
Length 19.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 270 km/h β—‰
Operational range 830 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,700 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 9,926 kg β—‰
Empty weight 6,895 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 705 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk has a longer range at 830 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the SH-60 Seahawk's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the SH-60 Seahawk's 9,926 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk is longer at 19.7 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 7 years before the SH-60 Seahawk which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or SH-60 Seahawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 938 units of the SH-60 Seahawk.