Mi-17 Hip-H vs S-92 Superhawk
The Mi-17 Hip-H and the S-92 Superhawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Mil and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 250 km/h for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs 306 km/h for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H has an operational range of 800 km vs 850 km for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,267 m for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in 12,000 units vs 300 for the S-92 Superhawk. Unit cost is $15M for the Mi-17 Hip-H vs $32M for the S-92 Superhawk. The Mi-17 Hip-H first flew 23 years before the S-92 Superhawk (1975 vs 1998).
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 1 January 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1977 |
| Number produced | 12000 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
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| 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 | 4.8 m |
| Length | 18.5 m |
| Maximum speed | 250 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg |
| Empty weight | 7,489 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,491 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-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 250 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk has a longer range at 850 km compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H is longer at 18.5 meters compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the Mi-17 Hip-H at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H entered service first in 1977, 27 years before the S-92 Superhawk which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Mi-17 Hip-H or S-92 Superhawk?
The Mi-17 Hip-H has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 300 units of the S-92 Superhawk.