An-26 Curl vs C-130 Hercules
| 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 |
| American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 23 August 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 2500 units |
| Average unit price | $68 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 | 162.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 593 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,058 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 70,307 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 35,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,661 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is faster with a maximum speed of 593 km/h compared to the An-26 Curl's 540 km/h, a difference of 53 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a longer range at 3,800 km compared to the An-26 Curl's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher service ceiling at 10,058 meters (32,998 ft) compared to the An-26 Curl's 7,500 meters (24,606 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 70,307 kg compared to the An-26 Curl's 24,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the An-26 Curl's 23.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is more expensive at approximately $68 million per unit compared to the An-26 Curl at $22 million.
Which entered service first, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 13 years before the An-26 Curl which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-26 Curl or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 1,403 units of the An-26 Curl.