Mi-2 Hoplite vs Scout

Overview

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

Top speed is 200 km/h for the Mi-2 Hoplite vs 211 km/h for the Scout. The Mi-2 Hoplite has an operational range of 440 km vs 507 km for the Scout. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 4,000 m for the Mi-2 Hoplite.

The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in 5,497 units vs 150 for the Scout. The Scout first flew 1 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite (1960 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 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 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 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-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 211 km/h compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 200 km/h, a difference of 11 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Scout has a longer range at 507 km compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the Mi-2 Hoplite's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,700 kg compared to the Scout's 2,404 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Mi-2 Hoplite is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the Scout's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 2 years before the Mi-2 Hoplite which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-2 Hoplite or Scout?
The Mi-2 Hoplite has been produced in greater numbers with 5,497 units compared to 150 units of the Scout.