Il-38 May vs SH-5
| Soviet maritime patrol aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, primarily used for anti-submarine and maritime surveillance operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| First flight | 27 September 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 58 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Chinese amphibious aircraft, notable for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare, used primarily in the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 3 April 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 140.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 37.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 40.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 650 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 66,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 34,630 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,126 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 144.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 36.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 38.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,756 km |
| Service ceiling | 10,250 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 26,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,349 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The Il-38 May is faster with a maximum speed of 650 km/h compared to the SH-5's 556 km/h, a difference of 94 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The SH-5 has a longer range at 4,756 km compared to the Il-38 May's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The SH-5 has a higher service ceiling at 10,250 meters (33,628 ft) compared to the Il-38 May's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The Il-38 May has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 66,000 kg compared to the SH-5's 45,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The Il-38 May is longer at 40.1 meters compared to the SH-5's 38.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The Il-38 May entered service first in 1967, 19 years before the SH-5 which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Il-38 May or SH-5?
The Il-38 May has been produced in greater numbers with 58 units compared to 7 units of the SH-5.