Enstrom 480 vs Mi-34 Hermit

American light utility helicopter, notable for its efficiency in policing, surveillance, and training missions since the 1980s.
Picture of Enstrom 480
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Enstrom
First flight 7 October 1989
Year introduced 1993
Number produced 142 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Russian light utility helicopter, operational in training and civilian applications since the late 20th century.
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Mil
First flight 17 November 1986
Year introduced 1993
Number produced 27 units
Average unit price $-- million
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 8.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 700 km
Service ceiling 3,962 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,293 kg â—‰
Empty weight 760 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 213 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Enstrom Enstrom 480
Height 2.8 m â—‰
Length 11.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 210 km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 4,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 950 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 239 kW â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Enstrom 480 by Hunini.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit is faster with a maximum speed of 210 km/h compared to the Enstrom 480's 0 km/h, a difference of 210 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Enstrom 480 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the Mi-34 Hermit's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Enstrom 480's 3,962 meters (12,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,450 kg compared to the Enstrom 480's 1,293 kg.
Which is larger, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the Enstrom 480's 8.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Mi-34 Hermit entered service first in 1993, 0 years before the Enstrom 480 which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Enstrom 480 or Mi-34 Hermit?
The Enstrom 480 has been produced in greater numbers with 142 units compared to 27 units of the Mi-34 Hermit.