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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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.