Mi-17 Hip-H vs EC665 Tiger

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Eurocopter respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 2.1x the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 16 years before the EC665 Tiger (1975 vs 1991).

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
German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Eurocopter
First flight 27 April 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 180 units
Average unit price $36 million
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 4.5 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg
Empty weight 4,200 kg
Total thrust 2 x 479 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 25 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.