An-178 vs C-130 Hercules

Ukrainian transport aircraft, developed in the 21st century, notable for international commercial and military cargo roles.
Picture of An-178
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircrafts
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 7 May 2015
Year introduced --
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price $52 million
American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions.
Picture of C-130 Hercules
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircrafts
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 23 August 1954
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 2500 units
Average unit price $30 million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 30.6 m
Height 9.6 m
Length 32.2 m
Maximum speed 990 km/h
Operational range 4,700 km
Service ceiling 12,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 51,000 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 7,502 kgf
Wing area 162.0 m²
Wingspan 40.4 m
Height 11.7 m
Length 29.8 m
Maximum speed 593 km/h
Operational range 8,375 km
Service ceiling 10,058 m
Max. takeoff weight 70,307 kg
Empty weight 35,800 kg
Total thrust 4 x 3,661 kW
3-view profile of C-130 Hercules

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of An-178 by Vasiliy Koba.