Mi-2 Hoplite vs SH-2 Seasprite
The Mi-2 Hoplite and the SH-2 Seasprite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Kaman respectively. Top speed is 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite vs 256 km/h for the SH-2 Seasprite. The Mi-2 Hoplite has an operational range of 440 km vs 680 km for the SH-2 Seasprite. The SH-2 Seasprite operates at altitudes up to 5,486 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite. The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in 5,497 units vs 184 for the SH-2 Seasprite. The SH-2 Seasprite first flew 2 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite (1959 vs 1961).
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 22 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 5497 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kaman |
| First flight | 2 July 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 184 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
| Wingspan | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,700 kg |
| Empty weight | 2,372 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 294 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 256 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 4,173 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite is faster with a maximum speed of 256 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a longer range at 680 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite is longer at 16.1 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite entered service first in 1962, 3 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-2 Hoplite or SH-2 Seasprite?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 184 units of the SH-2 Seasprite.