An-178 vs DC-3
Overview
The An-178 and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Douglas respectively.
The An-178 reaches 990 km/h — 2.4x the DC-3's 413 km/h. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The An-178 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 51,000 kg MTOW, the An-178 is 3.9x the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. Unit cost is $35M for the An-178 vs $0.08M for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 74 years before the An-178 (1941 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 commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| First flight | 23 December 1941 |
| Year introduced | 1936 |
| Number produced | 10174 units |
| Average unit price | $80K |
| 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 | 91.7 m² |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 22.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 413 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,071 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,154 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 292 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 577 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 has a longer range at 3,680 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 is longer at 32.2 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-178 or DC-3?
The An-178 is more expensive at approximately $35 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 87 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.