Mi-17 Hip-H vs UH-60 Black Hawk
| 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 utility helicopter, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 10,659 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 2 years before the UH-60 Black Hawk which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 5,000 units of the UH-60 Black Hawk.