Mi-8 Hip vs EC665 Tiger
Overview
The Mi-8 Hip and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Eurocopter respectively.
Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-8 Hip vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-8 Hip has an operational range of 495 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-8 Hip operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in 17,000 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $4M for the Mi-8 Hip vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The Mi-8 Hip first flew 30 years before the EC665 Tiger (1961 vs 1991).
| 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 |
| German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Eurocopter |
| First flight | 27 April 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 180 units |
| Average unit price | $36 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 | 4.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 479 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 250 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Mi-8 Hip's 495 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-8 Hip has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-8 Hip is longer at 25.2 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Mi-8 Hip at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-8 Hip entered service first in 1967, 35 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-8 Hip or EC665 Tiger?
The Mi-8 Hip has been produced in greater numbers with 17,000 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.