Ka-52 Alligator vs Mi-28NM Havoc
Attack helicopters ยท ๐ท๐บ Russia vs ๐ท๐บ Russia
The coaxial-rotor attack helicopter is the only one in the world with ejection seats. Heavily used in Ukraine, where its LMUR missile allows stand-off strikes.
Russia's dedicated night-attack helicopter with a crew armor capsule rated against 20mm hits and a mast-mounted radar in the NM version.
Key differences
- Ka-52 Alligator is cheaper: ~$16M vs ~$18M per unit.
- Ka-52 Alligator is far more numerous: 180+ built vs 130+.
Specifications side by side
| Ka-52 Alligator | Mi-28NM Havoc | |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ท๐บ Russia | Country of origin | ๐ท๐บ Russia |
| 2011 | In service since | 2009 |
| 300 km/h | Top speed | 300 km/h |
| 460 km | Range | 450 km |
| 7.7 t | Weight | 8.6 t |
| 2 | Crew | 2 |
| 30mm 2A42, 12ร Vikhr / LMUR ATGM, ejection seats | Armament | 30mm 2A42, Ataka / LMUR ATGM, S-8 rockets |
| ~$16M | Unit cost | ~$18M |
| 180+ | Units built | 130+ |
Tables compare stated specifications; real combat outcomes depend on crew training, situation, support and rules of engagement โ not stats alone.