Ilyushin Il-18 Coot
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| First flight | 4 July 1957 |
| Year of introduction | 1957 |
| Number produced | 678 units |
Description
The Ilyushin Il-18 Coot is a military aircraft developed by the Soviet Union in the 1950s. It was primarily designed as a turboprop-powered passenger and cargo transport aircraft, but it was also extensively used for military purposes. The Il-18 Coot played a significant role during the Cold War, being utilized as an intelligence-gathering platform and a strategic airlifter by various nations. It saw deployments in several conflicts and missions due to its ability to operate in different environments and carry a large payload. Over time, the Il-18 Coot underwent modifications and variants to enhance its capabilities and extend its service life.
Technical specifications
| Version: Il-18D | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 675 km/h (419 mph) |
| Wing area | 140 m² (1506.9 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 37.4 m (122.7 ft) |
| Height | 10.2 m (33.3 ft) |
| Length | 35.9 m (117.8 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 11800 m (38714 ft) |
| Empty weight | 35000 kg (77162 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 64000 kg (141096 lbs) |
| Takeoff distance | 1350 m (4429 ft) |
| Powerplant | 4 × turboprops Ivchenko-Progress AI-20M delivering 3126 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Russia | 37 | |
|
Libya | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Afghanistan • Ex-East Germany • Algeria • Guinea • Kazakhstan • Libya • Poland • Russia • Ex-Czechoslovakia • Ex-USSR • Vietnam • Ex-Yugoslavia