C-130 Hercules vs Il-76 Candid
The C-130 Hercules and the Il-76 Candid are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Ilyushin respectively. Top speed is 593 km/h for the C-130 Hercules vs 850 km/h for the Il-76 Candid. The C-130 Hercules has an operational range of 3,800 km vs 5,000 km for the Il-76 Candid. The Il-76 Candid operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 10,058 m for the C-130 Hercules. At 195,000 kg MTOW, the Il-76 Candid is 2.8x the C-130 Hercules's 70,307 kg. The C-130 Hercules has been produced in 2,500 units vs 960 for the Il-76 Candid. The C-130 Hercules first flew 17 years before the Il-76 Candid (1954 vs 1971).
| American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions. | |
|
|
| 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 |
| Soviet strategic airlifter, prominently deployed for both military transport and humanitarian aid operations since the Cold War era. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 25 March 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 960 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 915 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 300.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 50.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 14.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 850 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 195,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 92,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,625 kgf â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid is faster with a maximum speed of 850 km/h compared to the C-130 Hercules's 593 km/h, a difference of 257 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a longer range at 5,000 km compared to the C-130 Hercules's 3,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the C-130 Hercules's 10,058 meters (32,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 195,000 kg compared to the C-130 Hercules's 70,307 kg.
Which is larger, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The Il-76 Candid is longer at 46.6 meters compared to the C-130 Hercules's 29.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 18 years before the Il-76 Candid which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-130 Hercules or Il-76 Candid?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 960 units of the Il-76 Candid.