An-22 Cock vs An-225 Cossack
The An-22 Cock and the An-225 Cossack are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Antonov respectively. Top speed is 740 km/h for the An-22 Cock vs 850 km/h for the An-225 Cossack. The An-22 Cock has an operational range of 10,950 km vs 15,400 km for the An-225 Cossack. The An-225 Cossack operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 8,000 m for the An-22 Cock. At 640,000 kg MTOW, the An-225 Cossack is 2.6x the An-22 Cock's 250,000 kg. The An-22 Cock has been produced in 68 units vs 1 for the An-225 Cossack. The An-22 Cock first flew 23 years before the An-225 Cossack (1965 vs 1988).
| Soviet strategic cargo aircraft, notably used during rescues, military airlifts, and humanitarian aid in the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 27 February 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 68 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Soviet strategic airlifter, renowned for its size, primarily deployed in heavy transport and humanitarian aid operations globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 21 December 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1989 |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $250 million |
| Wing area | 345.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 64.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 12.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 57.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,950 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 250,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 114,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 11,186 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 905.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 88.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 18.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 84.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 850 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 15,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 640,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 285,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 6 x 23,405 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-225 Cossack is faster with a maximum speed of 850 km/h compared to the An-22 Cock's 740 km/h, a difference of 110 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-225 Cossack has a longer range at 15,400 km compared to the An-22 Cock's 10,950 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-225 Cossack has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the An-22 Cock's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-225 Cossack has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 640,000 kg compared to the An-22 Cock's 250,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-225 Cossack is longer at 84.0 meters compared to the An-22 Cock's 57.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-22 Cock entered service first in 1967, 22 years before the An-225 Cossack which entered service in 1989.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-22 Cock or An-225 Cossack?
The An-22 Cock has been produced in greater numbers with 68 units compared to 1 units of the An-225 Cossack.