Mi-24 Hind vs Mi-8 Hip
The Mi-24 Hind and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Mil respectively. Top speed is 330 km/h for the Mi-24 Hind vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-24 Hind has an operational range of 450 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-24 Hind operates at altitudes up to 5,120 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-24 Hind has been produced in 2,648 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $12M for the Mi-24 Hind vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 8 years before the Mi-24 Hind (1961 vs 1969).
| Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 19 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2648 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 24 June 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 17000 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 21.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 330 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,120 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,792 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 495 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-24 Hind is faster with a maximum speed of 330 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 450 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher service ceiling at 5,120 meters (16,797 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 21.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-24 Hind is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 5 years before the Mi-24 Hind which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-24 Hind or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 2,648 units of the Mi-24 Hind.