Mi-26 Halo vs Mi-8 Hip
| 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 |
| 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 | -- 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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| Wingspan | 21.3 m |
| 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-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo is faster with a maximum speed of 295 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo has a longer range at 500 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 56,000 kg compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo is longer at 40.0 meters compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 25.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-26 Halo is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 16 years before the Mi-26 Halo which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-26 Halo or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 316 units of the Mi-26 Halo.