Mi-2 Hoplite vs Wessex

Overview

The Mi-2 Hoplite and the Wessex are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite vs 212 km/h for the Wessex. The Mi-2 Hoplite has an operational range of 440 km vs 500 km for the Wessex. The Mi-2 Hoplite operates at altitudes up to 4,000 m compared to 3,700 m for the Wessex.

The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in 5,497 units vs 382 for the Wessex. The Wessex first flew 3 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite (1958 vs 1961).

Soviet light utility helicopter, broadly deployed in Eastern Europe, renowned for agricultural, rescue and military tasks since the 1960s.
Mil Mi-2 Hoplite Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 22 September 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 5497 units
Average unit price --
British turbine-powered utility and anti-submarine helicopter, developed in the mid-20th century and operated for over 40 years in various military and civilian roles.
Westland Wessex Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 20 June 1958
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 382 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
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 â—‰
Empty weight 2,372 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 147 kW â—‰
Wing area 228.8 m²
Wingspan 17.1 m â—‰
Height 4.8 m â—‰
Length 20.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 212 km/h â—‰
Operational range 500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,700 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,123 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,783 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 505 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Wessex is faster with a maximum speed of 212 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 12 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Wessex has a longer range at 500 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Wessex's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Wessex has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,123 kg compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 3,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Wessex is longer at 20.1 meters compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 11.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Wessex entered service first in 1961, 4 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Wessex?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 382 units of the Wessex.