An-148 vs An-178
Overview
The An-148 and the An-178 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Antonov respectively.
Top speed is 870 km/h for the An-148 vs 990 km/h for the An-178. The An-148 has an operational range of 3,500 km vs 3,680 km for the An-178. The An-148 operates at altitudes up to 12,200 m compared to 12,000 m for the An-178.
The An-148 has been produced in 47 units vs 1 for the An-178. Unit cost is $25M for the An-148 vs $35M for the An-178. The An-148 first flew 11 years before the An-178 (2004 vs 2015).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 17 December 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 47 units |
| Average unit price | $25 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 | 2023 |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| Wing area | 87.3 m² |
| Wingspan | 28.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 34.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 870 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 43,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 22,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,415 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 30.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 32.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 990 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 18,350 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,751 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the An-148's 870 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-178 has a longer range at 3,680 km compared to the An-148's 3,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-148 has a higher service ceiling at 12,200 meters (40,026 ft) compared to the An-178's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-178 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the An-148's 43,700 kg.
Which is larger, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-148 is longer at 34.4 meters compared to the An-178's 32.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-178 is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the An-148 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-148 entered service first in 2009, 14 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-148 or An-178?
The An-148 has been produced in greater numbers with 47 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.