MIL MI-8 Helicopter

The Mil Mi-8 (and its Mi-17 development) is one of the most-produced helicopters in history — a twin-engine heavy-lift workhorse used worldwide for transport, cargo, firefighting and utility work. Rugged, simple and enormously capable, it offers lifting capacity far beyond its acquisition cost, balanced by the need for specialist Russian-systems support and component-life management.

MIL MI-8 helicopter for sale

1 used MIL MI-8 helicopters for sale · 24-seat · Reference price ~$2,500,000 ($1,000,000–$5,000,000) · updated yesterday

MIL MI-8 Specifications

Model spec

The MIL MI-8 is a 24-seat twin turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 120 kt (222 km/h), a range of 267 nm (494 km), and a useful load of 8,000 lbs (3,629 kg).

Performance
Cruise120 kt (222 km/h)
Range267 nm (494 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower1,700 HP
Fuel Burn180.0 GPH (681 L/h)
ICAO TypeMI8
Weights & Seats
Seats24
Max Gross Weight28,660 lbs (13,000 kg)
Useful Load8,000 lbs (3,629 kg)

MIL MI-8 for Sale

2011 MIL MI-8 Amt

2011 MIL MI-8 Amt for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 655
Reg# JU-6600 Mongolia
Location Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar Hot, Mongolia
Via Aradian Aviation Ltd.
Multiple sources

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MIL MI-8 Price & Cost

MIL MI-8 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

MIL MI-8 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (180.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$111,600/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used MIL MI-8

Buying a MIL MI-8 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Engines — turbine hours, hot-section status and overhaul/support path.
  • Component life — remaining life on rotor, gearbox and life-limited components (Soviet calendar/hours limits).
  • Airworthiness & registration — confirm feasibility, category and limitations in the target country.
  • Systems & corrosion — hydraulics, fuel, transmission and structural/corrosion inspection.
  • Documentation — provenance, import paperwork and complete (often translated) maintenance records.

Frequently Asked Questions — MIL MI-8

Cost?
From — to —, median — across 1 listings; operating costs and support
Can it be registered/operated easily?
Registration and support vary greatly by country — confirm
Mi-8 vs Mi-17?
The Mi-17 is the more modern, more powerful export development of the Mi-8 family;
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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