A321 vs An-22 Cock
The A321 and the An-22 Cock are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Antonov respectively. Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 740 km/h for the An-22 Cock. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 10,950 km for the An-22 Cock. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 8,000 m for the An-22 Cock. At 250,000 kg MTOW, the An-22 Cock is 3.2x the A321's 78,000 kg. The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 68 for the An-22 Cock. The An-22 Cock first flew 22 years before the A321 (1965 vs 1987).
| European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 27 February 1987 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2917 units |
| Average unit price | $120 million |
| Soviet strategic cargo aircraft, notably used during rescues, military airlifts, and humanitarian aid in the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 27 February 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 68 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 122.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 34.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 37.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 871 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 78,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 42,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 11,340 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 345.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 64.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 12.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 57.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 250,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 114,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 11,186 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the An-22 Cock's 740 km/h, a difference of 131 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The An-22 Cock has a longer range at 10,950 km compared to the A321's 5,930 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the An-22 Cock's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The An-22 Cock has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 250,000 kg compared to the A321's 78,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The An-22 Cock is longer at 57.9 meters compared to the A321's 37.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The An-22 Cock entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the A321 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or An-22 Cock?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 68 units of the An-22 Cock.