An-22 Cock vs C-5 Galaxy
Overview
The An-22 Cock and the C-5 Galaxy are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Lockheed respectively.
Top speed is 740 km/h for the An-22 Cock vs 932 km/h for the C-5 Galaxy. The An-22 Cock has an operational range of 10,950 km vs 8,900 km for the C-5 Galaxy. The C-5 Galaxy operates at altitudes up to 10,600 m compared to 8,000 m for the An-22 Cock.
The An-22 Cock has been produced in 68 units vs 131 for the C-5 Galaxy. The An-22 Cock first flew 3 years before the C-5 Galaxy (1965 vs 1968).
| 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 | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Height | 12.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 57.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10,950 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 250,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 114,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,797 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 576.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 67.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 19.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 75.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 932 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 8,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 381,017 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 172,365 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,919 kgf ◉ |
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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.