An-178 vs An-2 Colt
Overview
The An-178 and the An-2 Colt are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Antonov respectively.
The An-178 reaches 990 km/h — 3.8x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 845 km for the An-2 Colt. The An-178 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the An-178 is 9.4x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 18,000 for the An-2 Colt. Unit cost is $35M for the An-178 vs $0.1M for the An-2 Colt. The An-2 Colt first flew 68 years before the An-178 (1947 vs 2015).
| 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 |
| Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 31 August 1947 |
| Year introduced | 1947 |
| Number produced | 18000 units |
| Average unit price | $100K |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 71.5 m² |
| Wingspan | 18.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 258 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 845 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,440 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 750 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 732 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 has a longer range at 3,680 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 is longer at 32.2 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-178 is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 76 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or An-2 Colt?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.