An-178 vs C-17 Globemaster III

Overview

The An-178 and the C-17 Globemaster III are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and McDonnell Douglas respectively.

Top speed is 990 km/h for the An-178 vs 930 km/h for the C-17 Globemaster III. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 4,480 km for the C-17 Globemaster III. The C-17 Globemaster III operates at altitudes up to 13,715 m compared to 12,000 m for the An-178. At 259,460 kg MTOW, the C-17 Globemaster III is 5.1x the An-178's 51,000 kg.

The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 279 for the C-17 Globemaster III. Unit cost is $35M for the An-178 vs $340M for the C-17 Globemaster III. The C-17 Globemaster III first flew 24 years before the An-178 (1991 vs 2015).

An-178

Ukrainian transport aircraft, developed in the 21st century, notable for international commercial and military cargo roles.
Antonov An-178 Transport profile drawing
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
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C-17 Globemaster III

American military transport aircraft, extensively deployed in global conflict zones since the 1990s for strategic airlift missions.
McDonnell Douglas C-17 Globemaster III Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
First flight 15 September 1991
Year introduced 1993
Number produced 279 units
Average unit price $340 million
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An-178

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 ◉

C-17 Globemaster III

Wing area 353.0 m²
Wingspan 51.8 m ◉
Height 16.8 m ◉
Length 53.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 930 km/h ◉
Operational range 4,480 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,715 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 259,460 kg ◉
Empty weight 122,000 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 4,727 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the C-17 Globemaster III's 930 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III has a longer range at 4,480 km compared to the An-178's 3,680 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III has a higher service ceiling at 13,715 meters (44,996 ft) compared to the An-178's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 259,460 kg compared to the An-178's 51,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III is longer at 53.0 meters compared to the An-178's 32.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III is more expensive at approximately $340 million per unit compared to the An-178 at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III entered service first in 1993, 30 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or C-17 Globemaster III?
The C-17 Globemaster III has been produced in greater numbers with 279 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.

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