Mi-28 Havoc vs Mi-8 Hip

The Mi-28 Havoc and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Mil respectively. Top speed is 324 km/h for the Mi-28 Havoc vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-28 Havoc has an operational range of 435 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-28 Havoc operates at altitudes up to 5,700 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-28 Havoc has been produced in 126 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. Unit cost is $15M for the Mi-28 Havoc vs $4M for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 21 years before the Mi-28 Havoc (1961 vs 1982).

Russian attack helicopter, noted for operations in Chechnya, Syria, and Iraq, purposed for anti-armor, anti-aircraft, and combat roles.
Mil Mi-28 Havoc Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 10 November 1982
Year introduced 2006
Number produced 126 units
Average unit price $15 million
Soviet multipurpose helicopter, prevalent during the Cold War, extensively utilized for transport, combat and humanitarian operations globally.
Mil Mi-8 Hip Helicopter profile drawing
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 17.2 m â—‰
Height 4.7 m â—‰
Length 17.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 324 km/h â—‰
Operational range 435 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,700 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,590 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,641 kW 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-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-28 Havoc is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a longer range at 495 km compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 435 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-28 Havoc has a higher service ceiling at 5,700 meters (18,700 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Mi-28 Havoc's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-28 Havoc is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 39 years before the Mi-28 Havoc which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-28 Havoc or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 126 units of the Mi-28 Havoc.