Mi-1 Hare vs R-4
| Soviet light utility helicopter, extensively used for civilian and military operations during the mid-20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 20 September 1948 |
| Year introduced | 1950 |
| Number produced | 2594 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| American helicopter from the 1940s, first to be produced in quantity, used primarily in World War II for rescue operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 13 January 1942 |
| Year introduced | 1944 |
| Number produced | 131 units |
| Average unit price | $0.0 million |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,330 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,700 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 423 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 121 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 210 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,150 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the R-4's 121 km/h, a difference of 64 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare has a longer range at 430 km compared to the R-4's 210 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare has a higher service ceiling at 3,500 meters (11,482 ft) compared to the R-4's 2,400 meters (7,874 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,330 kg compared to the R-4's 1,150 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare is longer at 12.1 meters compared to the R-4's 10.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare is more expensive at approximately $0.1 million per unit compared to the R-4 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The R-4 entered service first in 1944, 6 years before the Mi-1 Hare which entered service in 1950.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-1 Hare or R-4?
The Mi-1 Hare has been produced in greater numbers with 2,594 units compared to 131 units of the R-4.