An-26 Curl vs DC-3
| 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 commercial airliner, renowned for significant contributions to World War II airlift operations, frequently used for cargo and passenger transport. | |
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| 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 | 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 |
| 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 | 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 | -- m |
| 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-26 Curl or DC-3?
The An-26 Curl is faster with a maximum speed of 540 km/h compared to the DC-3's 413 km/h, a difference of 127 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The DC-3 has a longer range at 2,540 km compared to the An-26 Curl's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The An-26 Curl has a higher service ceiling at 7,500 meters (24,606 ft) compared to the DC-3's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The An-26 Curl has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 24,000 kg compared to the DC-3's 13,154 kg.
Which is larger, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The An-26 Curl is longer at 23.8 meters compared to the DC-3's 22.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The An-26 Curl is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the DC-3 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The DC-3 entered service first in 1936, 33 years before the An-26 Curl which entered service in 1969.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-26 Curl or DC-3?
The DC-3 has been produced in greater numbers with 10,174 units compared to 1,403 units of the An-26 Curl.