A400M Atlas vs An-178
| European military transport aircraft, notable for strategic deployments in operations worldwide since the 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 11 December 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 174 units |
| Average unit price | $152 million |
| Ukrainian transport aircraft, developed in the 21st century, notable for international commercial and military cargo roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 7 May 2015 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 221.5 m² |
| Wingspan | 42.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 45.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 780 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 141,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 66,500 kg |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,203 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 30.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 32.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 990 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 7,502 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-178 by Vasiliy Koba.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the A400M Atlas's 780 km/h, a difference of 210 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The An-178 has a longer range at 3,680 km compared to the A400M Atlas's 3,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The A400M Atlas has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the An-178's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The A400M Atlas has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,000 kg compared to the An-178's 51,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The A400M Atlas is longer at 45.1 meters compared to the An-178's 32.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The A400M Atlas is more expensive at approximately $152 million per unit compared to the An-178 at $35 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A400M Atlas or An-178?
The A400M Atlas has been produced in greater numbers with 174 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.