Mi-17 Hip-H vs TH-55 Osage
The Mi-17 Hip-H and the TH-55 Osage are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 140 km/h for the TH-55 Osage. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 480 km for the TH-55 Osage. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,000 m for the TH-55 Osage. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 18:1 the TH-55 Osage's 703 kg. The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 2,800 for the TH-55 Osage. The TH-55 Osage first flew 19 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1956 vs 1975).
| Soviet transport helicopter, prominently deployed during Afghan War, globally used for cargo, troop transport, and rescue missions. | |
| 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 |
| American training helicopter, prominent during the Vietnam War, extensively utilized for instructional duties by the US Army. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 2 October 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 2800 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 | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 140 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 703 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 435 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 130 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the TH-55 Osage's 140 km/h, a difference of 110 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the TH-55 Osage's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the TH-55 Osage's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the TH-55 Osage's 703 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the TH-55 Osage's 8.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or TH-55 Osage?
The TH-55 Osage entered service first in 1961, 16 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 TH-55 Osage?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 2,800 units of the TH-55 Osage.