Mi-17 Hip-H vs Z-20

Overview

The Mi-17 Hip-H and the Z-20 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Harbin respectively.

Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 360 km/h for the Z-20. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 560 km for the Z-20. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 6,000 m for the Z-20.

The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 230 for the Z-20. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 38 years before the Z-20 (1975 vs 2013).

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 medium-lift utility helicopter, developed in the 2010s, utilized for transport, assault, and search and rescue operations by the Chinese military.
Harbin Z-20 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Harbin
First flight 23 December 2013
Year introduced 2019
Number produced 230 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 16.0 m
Height 5.3 m
Length 20.0 m
Maximum speed 360 km/h
Operational range 560 km
Service ceiling 6,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 10,000 kg
Empty weight 5,000 kg
Total thrust 2 x 800 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Z-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 360 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 110 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Z-20's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Z-20 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Z-20's 10,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Z-20 is longer at 20.0 meters compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 18.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 42 years before the Z-20 which entered service in 2019.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or Z-20?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 230 units of the Z-20.