An-72/74 Coaler vs C-130 Hercules

Overview

The An-72/74 Coaler and the C-130 Hercules are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Lockheed respectively.

Top speed is 700 km/h for the An-72/74 Coaler vs 593 km/h for the C-130 Hercules. The An-72/74 Coaler has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 3,800 km for the C-130 Hercules. The An-72/74 Coaler operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 10,058 m for the C-130 Hercules. At 70,307 kg MTOW, the C-130 Hercules is 2.0x the An-72/74 Coaler's 34,800 kg.

The An-72/74 Coaler has been produced in 195 units vs 2,500 for the C-130 Hercules. Unit cost is $25M for the An-72/74 Coaler vs $68M for the C-130 Hercules. The C-130 Hercules first flew 23 years before the An-72/74 Coaler (1954 vs 1977).

An-72/74 Coaler

Ukrainian transport jet, recognized for Cold War era service, notably deployed for freight, troop transport, and Antarctic operations.
Antonov An-72/74 Coaler Transport profile drawing
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
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C-130 Hercules

American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules Transport profile drawing
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
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An-72/74 Coaler

Wing area 98.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 31.9 m ◉
Height 8.7 m ◉
Length 28.1 m ◉
Maximum speed 700 km/h ◉
Operational range 4,800 km ◉
Service ceiling 11,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 34,800 kg ◉
Empty weight 19,000 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 4,193 kW ◉

C-130 Hercules

Wing area 162.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 40.4 m ◉
Height 11.7 m ◉
Length 29.8 m ◉
Maximum speed 593 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,800 km ◉
Service ceiling 10,058 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 70,307 kg ◉
Empty weight 35,800 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 915 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the C-130 Hercules's 593 km/h, a difference of 107 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the C-130 Hercules's 3,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the C-130 Hercules's 10,058 meters (32,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 70,307 kg compared to the An-72/74 Coaler's 34,800 kg.
Which is larger, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the An-72/74 Coaler's 28.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules is more expensive at approximately $68 million per unit compared to the An-72/74 Coaler at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 29 years before the An-72/74 Coaler which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-130 Hercules?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.

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