Mi-34 Hermit vs R22

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

R22

American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Robinson
First flight 28 August 1975
Year introduced 1979
Number produced 4600 units
Average unit price $0.4 million
Height 2.8 m â—‰
Length 11.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 210 km/h â—‰
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—‰

R22

Height 2.5 m â—‰
Length 8.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 188 km/h â—‰
Operational range 387 km
Service ceiling 4,267 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 621 kg â—‰
Empty weight 361 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 93 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Robinson R22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The Mi-34 Hermit is faster with a maximum speed of 210 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The R22 has a longer range at 387 km compared to the Mi-34 Hermit's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The R22 has a higher service ceiling at 4,267 meters (13,999 ft) compared to the Mi-34 Hermit's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The Mi-34 Hermit has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,450 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The Mi-34 Hermit is longer at 11.4 meters compared to the R22's 8.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The R22 entered service first in 1979, 14 years before the Mi-34 Hermit which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-34 Hermit or R22?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 27 units of the Mi-34 Hermit.