H225M / EC725 Caracal vs Mi-26 Halo
| European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 November 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 90 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| Soviet heavy transport helicopter, frequently utilized for cargo and troop transport, infamous for Chernobyl disaster relief mission. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 14 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,776 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 40.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 56,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 295 km/h, a difference of 29 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Mi-26 Halo's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 11,200 kg.
Which is larger, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 19.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the Mi-26 Halo at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo entered service first in 1983, 22 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Mi-26 Halo?
The Mi-26 Halo has been produced in greater numbers with 316 units compared to 90 units of the H225M / EC725 Caracal.