An-12 Cub vs Il-18 Coot
The An-12 Cub and the Il-18 Coot are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Ilyushin respectively. Top speed is 770 km/h for the An-12 Cub vs 675 km/h for the Il-18 Coot. The An-12 Cub has an operational range of 5,700 km vs 6,500 km for the Il-18 Coot. The Il-18 Coot operates at altitudes up to 11,800 m compared to 10,200 m for the An-12 Cub. The An-12 Cub has been produced in 1,248 units vs 678 for the Il-18 Coot.
| Soviet cargo aircraft, significantly deployed during the Cold War, primarily used for military transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Antonov |
| First flight | 16 December 1957 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 1248 units |
| Average unit price | $20 million |
| Soviet turboprop airliner from the Cold War era, extensively utilized for both military and civilian roles globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 4 July 1957 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 678 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 121.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 33.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 770 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 61,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 28,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 782 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 140.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 37.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 35.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 675 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 6,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 64,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 35,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 782 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The An-12 Cub is faster with a maximum speed of 770 km/h compared to the Il-18 Coot's 675 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The Il-18 Coot has a longer range at 6,500 km compared to the An-12 Cub's 5,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The Il-18 Coot has a higher service ceiling at 11,800 meters (38,713 ft) compared to the An-12 Cub's 10,200 meters (33,464 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The Il-18 Coot has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 64,000 kg compared to the An-12 Cub's 61,000 kg.
Which is larger, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The Il-18 Coot is longer at 35.9 meters compared to the An-12 Cub's 33.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The Il-18 Coot entered service first in 1957, 2 years before the An-12 Cub which entered service in 1959.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-12 Cub or Il-18 Coot?
The An-12 Cub has been produced in greater numbers with 1,248 units compared to 678 units of the Il-18 Coot.