An-72/74 Coaler vs C-160 Transall
The An-72/74 Coaler and the C-160 Transall are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Transall respectively. Top speed is 700 km/h for the An-72/74 Coaler vs 513 km/h for the C-160 Transall. The An-72/74 Coaler has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 1,853 km for the C-160 Transall. The An-72/74 Coaler operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 8,230 m for the C-160 Transall. The An-72/74 Coaler has been produced in 195 units vs 214 for the C-160 Transall. Unit cost is $25M for the An-72/74 Coaler vs $12M for the C-160 Transall. The C-160 Transall first flew 14 years before the An-72/74 Coaler (1963 vs 1977).
| 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 |
| German-French transport plane, employed globally since the Cold War, essential for humanitarian aid, military logistical support, and troop transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Transall |
| First flight | 25 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 214 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| 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 4,193 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 160.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 32.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 513 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,853 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,230 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 51,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 29,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,275 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the C-160 Transall's 513 km/h, a difference of 187 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the C-160 Transall's 1,853 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the C-160 Transall's 8,230 meters (27,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The C-160 Transall has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 51,000 kg compared to the An-72/74 Coaler's 34,800 kg.
Which is larger, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The C-160 Transall is longer at 32.4 meters compared to the An-72/74 Coaler's 28.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The An-72/74 Coaler is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the C-160 Transall at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the An-72/74 Coaler or C-160 Transall?
The C-160 Transall entered service first in 1967, 18 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-160 Transall?
The C-160 Transall has been produced in greater numbers with 214 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.