Mi-17 Hip-H vs Scout

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the Scout are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 211 km/h for the Scout. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 507 km for the Scout. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,400 m for the Scout. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 5.4x the Scout's 2,404 kg.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 150 for the Scout. The Scout first flew 15 years before the Mi-17 Hip-H (1960 vs 1975).

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
British light utility helicopter, developed in the late 1950s and operated from the 1960s to the 1990s, used primarily for observation, liaison, and light attack roles.
Westland Scout Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 29 August 1960
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 150 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
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 746 kW â—‰
Wing area 75.9 m²
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 211 km/h â—‰
Operational range 507 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,404 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,466 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 511 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the Scout's 211 km/h, a difference of 39 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Scout's 507 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Scout's 5,400 meters (17,716 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Scout's 2,404 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Scout's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 14 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 Scout?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 150 units of the Scout.