An-22 Cock vs DC-3

The An-22 Cock and the DC-3 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Douglas respectively. Top speed is 740 km/h for the An-22 Cock vs 413 km/h for the DC-3. The An-22 Cock has an operational range of 10,950 km vs 2,540 km for the DC-3. The An-22 Cock operates at altitudes up to 8,000 m compared to 7,071 m for the DC-3. At 250,000 kg MTOW, the An-22 Cock is 19:1 the DC-3's 13,154 kg. The An-22 Cock has been produced in 68 units vs 10,174 for the DC-3. The DC-3 first flew 24 years before the An-22 Cock (1941 vs 1965).

Soviet strategic cargo aircraft, notably used during rescues, military airlifts, and humanitarian aid in the Cold War era.
Antonov An-22 Cock Transport profile drawing
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 commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport.
Douglas DC-3 Transport profile drawing
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 $0.1 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 91.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 5.6 m â—‰
Length 22.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 413 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,540 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,071 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 13,154 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,450 kg â—‰
Total thrust 3 x 875 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The An-22 Cock is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 327 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The An-22 Cock has a longer range at 10,950 km compared to the DC-3's 2,540 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The An-22 Cock has a higher service ceiling at 8,000 meters (26,246 ft) compared to the DC-3's 7,071 meters (23,198 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The An-22 Cock has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 250,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The An-22 Cock is longer at 57.9 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 31 years before the An-22 Cock which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-22 Cock or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 68 units of the An-22 Cock.