An-26 Curl vs An-72/74 Coaler
| Soviet twin-engined transport aircraft, widely utilized in both civilian and military roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 21 May 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1969 |
| Number produced | 1403 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| Ukrainian transport jet, recognized for Cold War era service, notably deployed for freight, troop transport, and Antarctic operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 22 December 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1985 |
| Number produced | 195 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wing area | 75.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 24,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 900 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 98.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 31.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 28.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 34,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 19,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,385 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the An-26 Curl's 540 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the An-26 Curl's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the An-26 Curl's 7,500 meters (24,606 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,800 kg compared to the An-26 Curl's 24,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is longer at 28.1 meters compared to the An-26 Curl's 23.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the An-26 Curl at $22 million.
Which entered service first, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-26 Curl entered service first in 1969, 16 years before the An-72/74 Coaler which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-26 Curl or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-26 Curl has been produced in greater numbers with 1,403 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.