An-178 vs Il-76 Candid

Overview

The An-178 and the Il-76 Candid are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Ilyushin respectively.

Top speed is 990 km/h for the An-178 vs 850 km/h for the Il-76 Candid. The An-178 has an operational range of 3,680 km vs 5,000 km for the Il-76 Candid. The Il-76 Candid operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 12,000 m for the An-178. At 195,000 kg MTOW, the Il-76 Candid is 3.8x the An-178's 51,000 kg.

The An-178 has been produced in 1 units vs 960 for the Il-76 Candid. The Il-76 Candid first flew 44 years before the An-178 (1971 vs 2015).

Ukrainian transport aircraft, developed in the 21st century, notable for international commercial and military cargo roles.
Antonov An-178 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ 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 strategic airlifter, prominently deployed for both military transport and humanitarian aid operations since the Cold War era.
Ilyushin Il-76 Candid Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Ilyushin
First flight 25 March 1971
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 960 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 30.6 m β—‰
Height 9.6 m β—‰
Length 32.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 990 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,680 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 51,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 18,350 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,751 kgf β—‰
Wing area 300.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 50.5 m β—‰
Height 14.8 m β—‰
Length 46.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 850 km/h β—‰
Operational range 5,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 195,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 92,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 4 x 3,625 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The An-178 is faster with a maximum speed of 990 km/h compared to the Il-76 Candid's 850 km/h, a difference of 140 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a longer range at 5,000 km compared to the An-178's 3,680 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the An-178's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 195,000 kg compared to the An-178's 51,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid is longer at 46.6 meters compared to the An-178's 32.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid entered service first in 1974, 49 years before the An-178 which entered service in 2023.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-178 or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has been produced in greater numbers with 960 units compared to 1 units of the An-178.