An-178 vs C-130 Hercules
Overview
The An-178 and the C-130 Hercules are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Lockheed respectively.
Top speed is 990 km/h for the An-178 vs 593 km/h for the C-130 Hercules. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 3,800 km for the C-130 Hercules. The An-178 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 10,058 m for the C-130 Hercules.
The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 2,500 for the C-130 Hercules. Unit cost is $35M for the An-178 vs $68M for the C-130 Hercules. The C-130 Hercules first flew 61 years before the An-178 (1954 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 |
| American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 23 August 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 2500 units |
| Average unit price | $68 million |
| 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 | 162.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 593 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,058 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 70,307 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 35,800 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 915 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the C-130 Hercules's 593 km/h, a difference of 397 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a longer range at 3,800 km compared to the An-178's 3,680 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The An-178 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the C-130 Hercules's 10,058 meters (32,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 70,307 kg compared to the An-178's 51,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The An-178 is longer at 32.2 meters compared to the C-130 Hercules's 29.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is more expensive at approximately $68 million per unit compared to the An-178 at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 67 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.