Mi-8 Hip vs S-92 Superhawk

The Mi-8 Hip and the S-92 Superhawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip vs 306 km/h for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-8 Hip has an operational range of 495 km vs 850 km for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 4,267 m for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in 17,000 units vs 300 for the S-92 Superhawk. Unit cost is $4M for the Mi-8 Hip vs $32M for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 37 years before the S-92 Superhawk (1961 vs 1998).

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
American civilian utility and military helicopter, known for significant use in search-and-rescue missions worldwide since the 2000s.
Sikorsky S-92 Superhawk Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 23 December 1998
Year introduced 2004
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $32 million
Wingspan 21.3 m â—‰
Height 5.7 m
Length 25.2 m
Maximum speed 250 km/h â—‰
Operational range 495 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 12,000 kg
Empty weight 7,160 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,119 kW â—‰
Wingspan 17.2 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 306 km/h â—‰
Operational range 850 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,267 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk has a longer range at 850 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 37 years before the S-92 Superhawk which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-8 Hip or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 300 units of the S-92 Superhawk.