An-12 Cub vs C-2 Greyhound
| Soviet cargo aircraft, significantly deployed during the Cold War, primarily used for military transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 16 December 1957 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 1248 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| American carrier onboard delivery aircraft, commonly deployed in the late 20th century for logistics support at sea. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 18 November 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 56 units |
| Average unit price | $39 million |
| Wing area | 121.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 33.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 770 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 61,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,126 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 65.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 635 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,211 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,307 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,430 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of C-2 Greyhound by US Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub is faster with a maximum speed of 770 km/h compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 635 km/h, a difference of 135 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub has a longer range at 5,700 km compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 2,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The C-2 Greyhound has a higher service ceiling at 10,211 meters (33,500 ft) compared to the An-12 Cub's 10,200 meters (33,464 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 61,000 kg compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub is longer at 33.1 meters compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The C-2 Greyhound is more expensive at approximately $39 million per unit compared to the An-12 Cub at $20 million.
Which entered service first, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub entered service first in 1959, 7 years before the C-2 Greyhound which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-12 Cub or C-2 Greyhound?
The An-12 Cub has been produced in greater numbers with 1,248 units compared to 56 units of the C-2 Greyhound.