An-32 Cline vs An-72/74 Coaler

Soviet transport plane, widely deployed in domestic and overseas services, notably utilized in various military and humanitarian missions.
Picture of An-32 Cline
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 9 July 1976
Year introduced 1982
Number produced 373 units
Average unit price $15 million
Ukrainian transport jet, recognized for Cold War era service, notably deployed for freight, troop transport, and Antarctic operations.
Picture of An-72/74 Coaler
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 -- m²
Wingspan 29.2 m â—‰
Height 8.8 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 3,728 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Antonov An-32 Cline
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
Operational range 4,800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 34,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 19,000 kg
Total thrust 2 x 8,385 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Antonov An-72/74 Coaler

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of An-32 Cline by Oleg Belyakov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the An-32 Cline's 0 km/h, a difference of 700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the An-32 Cline's 1,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-32 Cline 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-32 Cline's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,800 kg compared to the An-32 Cline's 28,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is longer at 28.1 meters compared to the An-32 Cline's 24.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-72/74 Coaler is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the An-32 Cline at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-32 Cline entered service first in 1982, 3 years before the An-72/74 Coaler which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-32 Cline or An-72/74 Coaler?
The An-32 Cline has been produced in greater numbers with 373 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.