An-22 Cock vs C-5 Galaxy
| 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 |
| American strategic airlifter, predominantly used during late Cold War, Desert Storm, and Iraq War for massive cargo transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 30 June 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 131 units |
| Average unit price | $168 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 576.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 67.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 19.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 75.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 932 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 8,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 381,017 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 172,365 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 19,674 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of An-22 Cock by Toshi Aoki - JP Spotters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The C-5 Galaxy is faster with a maximum speed of 932 km/h compared to the An-22 Cock's 740 km/h, a difference of 192 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The An-22 Cock has a longer range at 10,950 km compared to the C-5 Galaxy's 8,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The C-5 Galaxy has a higher service ceiling at 10,600 meters (34,776 ft) compared to the An-22 Cock's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The C-5 Galaxy has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 381,017 kg compared to the An-22 Cock's 250,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The C-5 Galaxy is longer at 75.3 meters compared to the An-22 Cock's 57.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The An-22 Cock entered service first in 1967, 4 years before the C-5 Galaxy which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-22 Cock or C-5 Galaxy?
The C-5 Galaxy has been produced in greater numbers with 131 units compared to 68 units of the An-22 Cock.