Mi-38 vs Mi-8 Hip
The Mi-38 and the Mi-8 Hip are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kazan and Mil respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the Mi-38 vs 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-38 has an operational range of 880 km vs 495 km for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-38 operates at altitudes up to 5,100 m compared to 4,500 m for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-38 has been produced in 13 units vs 17,000 for the Mi-8 Hip. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 42 years before the Mi-38 (1961 vs 2003).
| Russian multi-purpose helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for passenger and cargo transport tasks. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kazan |
| First flight | 22 December 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2019 |
| Number produced | 13 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | 21.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 880 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,059 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-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-38 is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-38 has a longer range at 880 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-38 has a higher service ceiling at 5,100 meters (16,732 ft) compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-38 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 15,600 kg compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the Mi-38's 19.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 52 years before the Mi-38 which entered service in 2019.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-38 or Mi-8 Hip?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 13 units of the Mi-38.