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Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian vs Russian Helicopters Mi-28NM

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Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian Wins 4/8
Russian Helicopters Mi-28NM Wins 4/8
Performance
Max speed (km/h) 293 km/h 320 km/h
Cruise speed (km/h) 265 km/h 265 km/h
Range (km) 480 km 450 km
Service ceiling (m) 6,400 m 5,600 m
Rate of climb (m/s) 13 m/s 14 m/s
Firepower
Hardpoints 4 4
Weapons payload (kg) 771 kg 2,300 kg
Physical
Length (m) 17.73 m 16.9 m
Empty weight (kg) 5,165 kg 8,095 kg
Combat weight (kg) 10,433 kg 12,100 kg
Crew 2 2
Propulsion
Engine power (hp) 2,000 hp 2,200 hp
Program
Unit cost (USD) $35,000,000
Units built 2,600 30
Operator countries 17 1

Frequently asked questions

Which is faster, Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian and Russian Helicopters Mi-28NM? +

The Russian Helicopters Mi-28NM is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 320 km/h.

Which has the longer range? +

The Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian has the longest range at 480 km.

Which carries the larger weapons payload? +

The Russian Helicopters Mi-28NM carries the largest weapons payload at 2,300 kg.

Which is cheaper? +

The Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian has the lower public unit-cost figure at 35,000,000 USD. Treat this as directional — defense pricing varies by contract and configuration.

Where does this comparison data come from? +

Every figure in the table is sourced from public manufacturer pages, defense-ministry releases and reference publications, and is verifiable on each system's spec page. WeaponSpecs does not accept vendor placement.

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