Mi-24 Hind vs EC665 Tiger

Overview

The Mi-24 Hind and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Eurocopter respectively.

Top speed is 330 km/h for the Mi-24 Hind vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-24 Hind has an operational range of 450 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-24 Hind operates at altitudes up to 5,120 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.

The Mi-24 Hind has been produced in 2,648 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $12M for the Mi-24 Hind vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-24 Hind first flew 22 years before the EC665 Tiger (1969 vs 1991).

Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles.
Mil Mi-24 Hind Helicopter profile drawing
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
German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Eurocopter
First flight 27 April 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 180 units
Average unit price $36 million
Wingspan 6.5 m
Height 5.5 m
Length 21.4 m
Maximum speed 330 km/h
Operational range 450 km
Service ceiling 5,120 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg
Empty weight 7,792 kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 4.5 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg
Empty weight 4,200 kg
Total thrust 2 x 479 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind is faster with a maximum speed of 330 km/h compared to the EC665 Tiger's 315 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Mi-24 Hind's 450 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher service ceiling at 5,120 meters (16,797 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind is longer at 21.4 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Mi-24 Hind at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind entered service first in 1972, 30 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-24 Hind or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-24 Hind has been produced in greater numbers with 2,648 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.