The extended family of the Mil Mi-8

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Here is a list of all known M-8 family designations from Catalogue of aeronautical products and systems (it has been translated, reorganized and reordered according to the sequence of the Western alphabet). I am pretty certain however that additions and corrections will inevitably happen!
  • V-8 - prototype of the series


  • Mi-8AMT (Mi-171) - Mi-8 MTV production U-UAZ
  • Mi-8AMTSh - transport-attack helicopter
  • Mi-8AP-2 - modification passenger version with TV2-117AG engines
  • Mi-8AP-4 - passenger version with TV2-117AG engines
  • Mi-8APS - passenger version with TV2-117AG engines
  • Mi-8AT - production helicopter with engines TV2-117AG with graphite seal in the turbocharger bearings
  • Mi-8ATS - agricultural helicopter with hanging tanks/containers and spray chemicals based on the Mi-8T
  • Mi-8ATS - agricultural variant with hanging equipment (tanks, containers and spray chemicals) based on the Mi-8T
  • Mi-8BT - towing trawl
  • Mi-8FSkh - agricultural modification with the TV2-117F engine
  • Mi-8IV (Mi-9) - modification for communication, a further development of the Mi-8VzPU
  • Mi-8KVP (Mi-8VzPU) - airborne command and radiotransmissions post
  • Mi-8MB - medical evacuation modification based on the Mi-8T with onboard operating capability
  • Mi-8MD -"saloon" variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MO -"saloon" variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MS -"saloon" variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MSD -"saloon" variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MSO -"saloon" variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MT (export designation - Mi-17) - amphibious transport helicopter
  • Mi-8MT1S- electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTB - armored air hospital based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTD -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTF - aerial photography variant based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTI (Mi-13) - electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTK - modification for extended operating conditions, including at night
  • Mi-8MTK - modification of Mi-8 for extended operating conditions, including at night
  • Mi-8MTKO - heavily upgraded helicopter for use at night with night vision goggles based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTM - modified air hospital based on the Mi-8MTs
  • Mi-8MTN - modification to provide medical care and evacuation of astronauts based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTO - version of the Mi-8MT with the use of night vision goggles
  • Mi-8MTP - electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTPB -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTPI -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTPSh -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTR1 -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTR2 -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTS -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTSh1 -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTSh2 -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTSh3 -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTU -electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8MTV-MPS - Medical search and rescue helicopter based on the Mi-8 MTV
  • Mi-8MTVM - Medical modification of the Mi-8 MTV
  • Mi-8MTV - multi-purpose variant (1990)
  • Mi-8MTV-GA - transport option for civil aviation
  • Mi-8MTV-1C - transport helicopter for the President of the Russian Federation. Equipped with the latest global positioning system navigation and landing
  • Mi-8MTV-1 (Mi-17-1V) - amphibious transport helicopter with a high-altitude TV3-117VM that allows the helicopter to take off and land at altitudes up to 4000 meters and fly at altitudes up to 6000 m
  • Mi-8MTV-14 - designation of the Mi-14 conversions, now known as "Converse-Mil" on the civil market
  • Mi-8MTV-2/3 - basic modification of the Mi-8 MTV parachuting platform. The cabin accommodates up to 30 paratroopers. The machine has increased capacity and upgraded systems. The tail rotor has with increased chord blades
  • Mi-8MTV-3G - modified air hospital based on the Mi-8 MTV
  • Mi-8MTV-5 (Mi-17MD, Mi-17-V5) - multi-purpose transport version
  • Mi-8MTV-5N - experimental helicopter for night operations, a modified Mi-8 MTV-5 fitted for use of night vision goggles
  • Mi-8MTV-7 (Mi-17-V7) - a highly-modified version
  • Mi-8MTYa - electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8N - experienced transport helicopter around the clock application, equipped with the latest sighting and navigation equipment
  • Mi-8P - passenger helicopter with 28 seats. Export version of the Mi-8P received the designation Mi-17P
  • Mi-8PA - modification with TV2-117F (power on emergency power - 1700 hp)
  • Mi-8PP - early warning elicopter
  • Mi-8PPA - modernized Mi-8PP early warning helicopter for Syrian Air Force
  • Mi-8PPA - jamming helicopter for production of active interference
  • Mi-8PS - passenger cabin variant based on the Mi-8T, has a special interior room, equipped with a powerful system of government radio telephone communication coding
  • Mi-8PS-7, Mi-8PS-9 and Mi-8PS-11 - variants of the basic layout of the Mi-8PS, respectively, at 7, 9 and 11 seats
  • Mi-8RF - experimental version with radiometric instrumentation for imaging the earth's surface in the visible-IR
  • Mi-8S - passenger cabin variant based on the Mi-8T, has a special interior room, equipped with a powerful system of government radio telephone communication coding
  • Mi-8S-1, Mi-8S-2 - "saloon" helicopters based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8SMV - modified helicopter to conduct electronic warfare
  • Mi-8T - amphibious transport helicopter with oval windows (1967). One or two 915-liter extra fuel tanks can be fitted to increase cargo capacity. Produced in two versions: long with 1,154- and 1,044-liter capacity, or short with 680- and 745-liter capacity.
  • Mi-8TG - transport Mi-8T helicopters with TV2-117TG engines equipped with gas-kerosene fuel system
  • Mi-8TL - fire helicopter
  • Mi-8TP - modified passenger helicopter TV2-117AG engines. Helicopters with this designation are available both based on the Mi-8T, and the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-8VzPU (Mi-8KVP) - airborne command and radiotransmissions post


  • Mi-9 (Mi-8IV) - modification for communication, a further development of the Mi-8VzPU


  • Mi-13 (Mi-8MTI) - electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT


  • Mi-14BT - amphibious version towing minesweepers
  • Mi-14E (Mi-14PLE) - export version of the Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14GP - amphibious utility helicopter
  • Mi-14P - amphibious passenger and "Saloon" version with 24 seats
  • Mi-14PL - amphibious anti-submarine warfare helicopter. The combat load is sealed in the cargo
  • compartment in the middle of the fuselage, from which torpedoes and bombs are suspended
  • Mi-14PLE (Mi-14E) - export version of the Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14PLM - upgraded Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14PS - search and rescue variant
  • Mi-14PZh "Eliminator" - firefighting variant based on the Mi-14BT


  • Mi-17 - export passenger version with 26 seats
  • Mi-17 "Salon" - export "saloon" passenger version with 7, 9 or 11 seats
  • Mi-17-1V (Mi-8MTV-1) - amphibious transport helicopter with a high-altitude TV3-117VM that allows the helicopter to take off and land at altitudes up to 4000 meters and fly at altitudes up to 6000 m
  • Mi-17-1VA "Hospital" - export "flying hospital"
  • Mi-17-1VA - export air hospital
  • Mi-17-1V - export version of the Mi-8 MTV
  • Mi-17G - export air hospital
  • Mi-17KF - helicopter with onboard REO Honeywell
  • Mi-17M "Spasatel" - export rescue version
  • Mi-17M - modification of Mi-8 MTV, intended for export. The helicopter is fitted with international navigation system, advanced radar; side doors size increased, rear cargo hatch adapted from Mi-26. External load cargo capacity of 5,000 kg
  • Mi-17MD (Mi-8MTV-5, Mi-17-V5)- multi-purpose transport version
  • Mi-17N - export version of the Mi-8MTKO
  • Mi-17P - export passenger version
  • Mi-17P - export electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-17PG - export electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-17PI - export electronic jamming version based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-17S - export version of the "saloon" helicopter
  • Mi-17-V5 (Mi-17MD, Mi-8MTV-5)- multi-purpose transport version


  • Mi-171 - export version of the helicopter, manufactured in Ulan-Ude
  • Mi-171 (Mi-8AMT) - Mi-8 MTV production U-UAZ
  • Mi-171AG - modified helicopter created for Gazprom, with VK-2500 engines and a satellite navigation system on some of the later units. The helicopter complies to high reliability and safety requirements
  • Mi-171A - variant of Mi-171, received domestic type certification in 1998, according to American FAR-29 standards
  • Mi-171TP - passenger transport version, capable of carrying up to 26 people, developed based on the Mi-8AMT for export
  • Mi-171PT - passenger version


  • Mi-172 - modified KVZ production for export
  • Mi-172A - variant of Mi-171, received domestic type certification in 1998, according to American FAR-29 standards
  • Mi-172AG - modified helicopters for Gazprom with VK-2500 engines and a satellite navigation system on some of the later units. The helicopter complies to high reliability and safety requirements
  • Mi-172PT - passenger version


  • Mi-19 - the airborne command post for motorized rifle and tank divisions, based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-19P - airborne command post for missile divisions based on the Mi-8MT


NOTES:
  • Mi-8S-1, Mi-8S-2, Mi-8MD, Mi-8MS, Mi-8MSO, Mi-8MSD, Mi-8MO, Mi-8TP - a family of "saloon" helicopters based on the Mi-8MT
  • Mi-13 (Mi-8MTI), Mi-8MTP, Mi-8MTPB, Mi-8MTPI, Mi-8MTPSh, Mi-8MTD, Mi-8MTS, Mi-8MTR1, Mi-8MTR2, Mi-8MTU, Mi-8MTSh1, Mi-8MTSh2, Mi-8MTSh3, Mi-8MTYa, Mi-8MT1S - family of different jammers created based on the Mi-8MTs. The corresponding export versions were designated Mi-17PI, Mi-17P, Mi-17PG, etc.
  • Mi-8MTV / Mi-17-V5 : Drastic changes affect avionics and cockpit layout. The tail rotor is replaced by X-shaped blades and features composite materials
  • The difference in the designation of the Mi-171 and Mi-172 is due to some technical changes in the manufactured Mi-17 helicopters at the manufacturing plants, as well as the requirements of the different designations of these helicopters during their certification
 
There was also an Mi-8TECh-24 mobile repair shop developed in 1977 for conducting frontline maintenance and repairs on the Mi-24. It was a predecessor to the later Mi-24TECh-24 of the same purpose developed in 1981, but I don't think either saw much use, or any at all.
 
Mi-8PPV

The purpose for this one I'm not so sure about. Some sources say it is an electronic warfare variant (one of many!), but others say it was used for testing ASW equipment. The designation seems closer to the former, IMO.
 

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Mi-8MTYu (not to be confused with the Mi-8MTYa)

This Ukrainian Air Force variant was supposedly used for detection of re-entry vehicles and small surface targets. Only one was built.

Interestingly, it was featured in a 2005 film called Mirror Wars: Reflection One (see screenshots in attachments below).
 

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Hi all

V-8AP
V-8AT
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Mi-8AD
Mi-8AV (Mi-8MTV)
Mi-8AMT-1
Mi-8AMTSh-1
Mi-8BV
Mi-8GR (= Mi-8R)
Mi-8KP
Mi-8M (project)
Mi-8MA (1st, SAR version)
Mi-8MA (2nd, Cost Guard version)
Mi-8MN
Mi-8MT "Letayuschy kran" (Flying crane)
Mi-8MT "Meteo"
Mi-8MTA
Mi-8MTD (1st, SAR version)
Mi-8MTF (2nd)
Mi-8MTG
Mi-8MTL
Mi-8MTS (2nd, radiation resse)
Mi-8MTT (1st, SAR)
Mi-8MTT (2nd, radiation resse)
Mi-8MTVO
Mi-8PA
Mi-8PPB
Mi-8PS
Mi-8R (Mi-8GR)
Mi-8SP
Mi-8SPA
Mi-8T "Makfar-11"
Mi-8TB
Mi-8TS
Mi-8VD
Mi-8VSM (= Mi-8AV)
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Mi-17-1M
Mi-17AE (Polish version)
Mi-17LPZS (Slovakian version)
Mi-17PP
Mi-17PSh
Mi-17V-3
Mi-17Z-2 "Prehrada" (Czech version)
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Mi-18
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Mi-19P Mi-19R
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Mi-171A Mi-171A1
Mi-171A2
Mi-171S
Mi-171Sh
 
The ruaviation.com website mentioned in a recent article (http://www.ruaviation.com/news/2014/4/30/2303/), that the Mi-8MSB-V had recently been deployed by Ukrainian Armed Forces. It appeared to be unarmed and in use for general duties. A Motor Sich credited photo was also shown on the page.
 
Mil (Russian Helicopters) 2015 updates from http://www.ruaviation.com/news/

Mil Mi-8AMTSh-V

The Mi-8AMTSh-V is a new version of the Mi-8AMTSh military transport helicopter adopted by the Russian military. This modernised helicopter has upgraded flight capabilities, and under the import-substitution programme many of the internationally-sourced components have been replaced by new Russian-made alternatives, delivering improved capabilities and expanding its operational range.

Mil Mi-8AMTSh-VA

The Arctic version of the military transport helicopter, the Mi-8AMTSh-VA, is being developed on the basis of the Mi-8AMTSh-V. This helicopter is highly autonomous. It is designed to operate in low temperatures and during polar night, and is fitted with the latest avionics specially adapted for operation in the Arctic. The Mi-8AMTSh-VA offers Arctic units of Russia's Armed Forces significantly greater operational effectiveness, and will play a key role in implementing Arctic development programmes.

Mil Mi-17V-5

During the international military technology forum Army-2015 on 16 June 2015, Russian Helicopters (part of State Corporation Rostec) announced that a contract has been signed with the Belarusian Defence Ministry for delivery of 12 Russian-made Mi-8MTV-5 military transport helicopters over 2016-2017. The Mi-8MTV-5 military transport helicopters are produced at Kazan Helicopters (a Russian Helicopters company). They are designed to carry out a wide range of operations: both military and transport missions. The helicopters are equipped with the latest avionics, radio communications and specialised hardware.

Mil Mi-171A2

New commercial helicopters, the Mi-171A2 shown publicaly in 2015 at the Paris Air Salon. The latest Mi-171A2 and Mi-38 helicopters are currently undergoing flight tests. These models are designed incorporating the latest technologies and solutions, and their entry onto the market will further reinforce Russian Helicopters’ position as one of the world’s leading helicopter designers and producers. Mi-171A2 is performing successfully in the final phase of tests. Built on the basis of the legendary Mi-8/17, which is in operation in over 100 countries worldwide, this is a fundamentally new helicopter. It is equipped with an integrated digital avionics suite. The Mi-171A2 also boasts a modernised fuselage, engine and main rotor system, making it more aerodynamic and delivering enhanced tactical and technical capabilities.
 
Skyblazer said:


  • Mi-14BT - amphibious version towing minesweepers
  • Mi-14E (Mi-14PLE) - export version of the Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14GP - amphibious utility helicopter
  • Mi-14P - amphibious passenger and "Saloon" version with 24 seats
  • Mi-14PL - amphibious anti-submarine warfare helicopter. The combat load is sealed in the cargo
  • compartment in the middle of the fuselage, from which torpedoes and bombs are suspended
  • Mi-14PLE (Mi-14E) - export version of the Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14PLM - upgraded Mi-14PL
  • Mi-14PS - search and rescue variant
  • Mi-14PZh "Eliminator" - firefighting variant based on the Mi-14BT

Looks like there is a possibility of a 21st Century addition to that list: http://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/russian-helicopters-plans-comeback-for-amphibious-mi-14-414297/
 
There is recently published book by Jakub Fojtik on the Mi-8 family of helicopters.

Some of the notes to supplement Stargazer2006's (2013) list are noted below:

V-8 - 1st prototype of the Mi-8 series powered by a single AI-24V engine during testing.
V-8A - 2nd prototype with twin TV2-117 engines with Mi-4 style rotors.
V-8AP - 4th prototype civilian prototype with aerodynamic covers on the landing gear. Registered CCCP-06181 and used as a test bed for economic and technical feasibility of V-8 design in Aeroflot service and for initial autopilot testing.
V-8AT - 3rd prototype built to the production standard with revised crew and passenger doors.
V-8G - Project to a production standard for an ASW role. Not proceeded with as a brand new design emerged as the V-14.

Mi-8AD (Mi-8SVM) - A minelayer variant with two or four VSM-1 containers of mines.
Mi-8AV (Mi-8MTV) - A minelayer variant with Doszhd anti-tank mines based on the Mi-8T.
Mi-8BT - Trowing tral and mine sweeper with an underslung SEMT-1 apparatus.
Mi-8BV - A version of the Mi-8TV dating from 1977 with 4 hard-points and PKT machine gun on weapons racks. It also featured a nose mounted machine guns.
Mi-8KP - An upgraded Mi-8IV with communication suite, navigational radios with two operators and four commanders.
Mi-8MN - Used in returning space vehicle as a location tracker. fitted with direction finding equipment similar to a Mi-8TT.
Mi-8MAP - Upgraded Mi-8AP-2 with improved comms system.
Mi-8MPP - Upgraded Mi-8PP ECM helicopter with improved radio.
Mi-8SMV-PG - New variant of the SPS-88PG Karma jamming suite fitted to a single example.
Mi-8SMV-PGE - Two examples of the Mil Mi-8SMV-PG supplied to Ethiopia.

Probably more to follow...

Source:

Mil Mi-8/17/171 Hip by Jakub Fojtik (Stratus/MMP) ISBN 9788365958280
 
... more on Mi-8 versions

Mi-8G (Mi-8GG) - Psychological warfare operations variant with ZSVS loudspeaker system and portable microphones.
Mi-8MU - Model dating from 1979 with improved communications and bubble blisters.
Mi-8PA - One example to Aero Asahi registered JA-8549 - standard re-engined Mi-8PS.
Mi-8PK - Based on Mi-8T with updated avionics and external fuel tanks specifically for Gazpromavia.
Mi-8PL - Anti-shipping variant based on early Mi-8TV with two torpedoes under side weapons racks.
Mi-8PPV - An early Mi-8TV with two PKT machine gun pods. Did not reach production.
Mi-8SP - Search and rescue variant from 1976.
Mi-8SPA - Search and rescue variant from 1982 with TV2-117A engines.
Mi-8TL(2) - Ai accident investigation aircraft coded 45 (cn 4155). Only one example completed.
Mi-8TT - Version from 1974 with cable drums located in the cabin. Clamshell doors removed. Could lay 10 km of cable per trip.
Mi-8TARK (Mi-8TG) - Artillery spotter with extra cameras for moving TV pictures and still photography and rapid film processing.
Mi-8VTM2-T - Based on Mi-8T used for refueling.

Testing Mi-8LL variations:
Mi-8LL NVG Testbed - Night vision goggles test aircraft used in late 1970's.
Mi-8LL Laser Tracker Testbed - Two examples used in mid 1980's.
Mi-8LL Mine Eliminator Testbed - Test vehicle to trial anti-personnel mine destruction. Helicopter dragged chains at low level.
Mi-8LL SS Testbed - Side stick control testing.
Mi-8LL FBW Testbed - Fly by wire trialing aircraft.
Mi-8LL Firefighting Testbed - Fire fighting aircraft with internal fire suppression equipment, one example cn 08250.
Mi-8LL LPG Testbed - Liquid Propane Gas trials helicopter, registered RA-25364. Later emerged as a Mi-8TG version.

Source:

Mil Mi-8/17/171 Hip by Jakub Fojtik (Stratus/MMP) ISBN 9788365958280
 
More update notes

Mi-8S-7 - Revised 7 seat helicopter based on the Mi-8PS family.
Mi-8S-9 - Revised 9 seat helicopter based on the Mi-8PS family.
Mi-8S-11 - Revised 11 seat helicopter based on the Mi-8PS family.
Mi-8R (Mi-8GR) - Tactical reconnaissance version for the Soviet army, similar to the Mi-8T.
Mi-8RF - CCCP-22936 and CCCP-22937 using Makfar-11 measuring equipment.
Mi-8T - The original universal transport configuration developed from the Mil V-8AT.
Mi-8TL(1) - A fire suppression helicopter carrying 1,200 litres of water externally.
Mi-8TM - Late Ulan Ude produced variant with TV2-117AG and fitted with Kontur weather radar.
Mi-8TV(1) - Armed variant sent for state trials in 1968. Fitted with four external hard points.
Mi-8TV(2) - A version from 1974 with improved armed configuration with Mi-24A weapons suite.
Mi-8TVK - Export variant of the Mi-8TV(2) from 1976. Fitted with ATGM launch rails and a nose mounted gun.
Mi-8TZ - Refueling helicopter with internal and external racks.
Mi-8VD - A variant built in 1976 for radiation detection. Not used at Chernobyl as they were in use elsewhere (Where?).
Mi-8VzPU (Mi-8KVP) - This type had four operator workstations and additional radio equipment.
Mi-9 (Mi-8IV) - Also known as the Mi-8 Ivolva, it was an export variant.
V-14 - Prototype of what would become the Mi-14.

Source:

Mil Mi-8/17/171 Hip by Jakub Fojtik (Stratus/MMP) ISBN 978836595828
 
New Mi-171A3:

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It looks a lot like a Super Frelon, or my glasses need replacing.
 
Mi-17 has been transformed into Z-10's Fire control system Testbed, which can carry eight TY-90 missiles.
Unfortunately, there is no more information about this aircraft.
The following is the side view I drew.
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Good news: My friend provided a new photo, which allowed me to further confirm the details.
But it also means that I need to redraw some parts.
 
In the German Flugzeugforum the question was asked which Mi-8/-171 version is it.
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Who can help to identify it?

(Secondary source: Kyiv Independent)
 
Yes, of course. But often the version inscription on Russian aircraft is not the whole truth. See the Il-76MD label on the Il-82 flying command point ;) .
Stargazer's mention of a Mi-8MTV-1C (transport helicopter for the President of the Russian Federation. Equipped with the latest global positioning system navigation and landing) makes me curious. Perhaps the (Cyrillic) "C" should be read as a (Latin) "S" like "Salon"?
 
Yes, this is "-1S', 'Salon' (judging from windows)
 

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