Mi-17 Hip-H vs Z-11

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the Z-11 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Changhe respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 278 km/h for the Z-11. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 661 km for the Z-11. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,270 m for the Z-11. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Mi-17 Hip-H is 5.9x the Z-11's 2,200 kg.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 46 for the Z-11. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 19 years before the Z-11 (1975 vs 1994).

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
Chinese light utility helicopter, designed in the 1980s, significant for civilian, paramilitary and military usage.
Changhe Z-11 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Changhe
First flight 1 December 1994
Year introduced 1998
Number produced 46 units
Average unit price --
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 10.7 m
Height 3.1 m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 278 km/h
Operational range 661 km
Service ceiling 5,270 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,200 kg
Empty weight 1,253 kg
Total thrust 1 x 632 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Z-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Z-11's 661 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Z-11's 5,270 meters (17,290 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Z-11's 2,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the Z-11's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 21 years before the Z-11 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-11?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 46 units of the Z-11.