Mi-8 Hip vs SA321 Super Frelon
Overview
The Mi-8 Hip and the SA321 Super Frelon are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip vs 275 km/h for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Mi-8 Hip has an operational range of 495 km vs 1,020 km for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,100 m for the SA321 Super Frelon.
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in 17,000 units vs 110 for the SA321 Super Frelon. Unit cost is $4M for the Mi-8 Hip vs $3.5M for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 1 years before the SA321 Super Frelon (1961 vs 1962).
| 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 |
| French heavy transport helicopter, operational during the Cold War, prominently used by China, France, and Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 December 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 110 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 million |
| Wingspan | 21.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 25.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 495 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,160 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 560 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 275 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,020 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,865 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 385 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is faster with a maximum speed of 275 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 25 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a longer range at 1,020 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the SA321 Super Frelon's 3,100 meters (10,170 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 12,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the SA321 Super Frelon's 23.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Mi-8 Hip is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the SA321 Super Frelon at $3.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon entered service first in 1966, 1 years before the Mi-8 Hip which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-8 Hip or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 110 units of the SA321 Super Frelon.