An-72/74 Coaler vs PC-12 Eagle
The An-72/74 Coaler and the PC-12 Eagle are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Pilatus respectively. Top speed is 700 km/h for the An-72/74 Coaler vs 528 km/h for the PC-12 Eagle. The An-72/74 Coaler has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 3,417 km for the PC-12 Eagle. The An-72/74 Coaler operates at altitudes up to 11,600 m compared to 9,144 m for the PC-12 Eagle. The An-72/74 Coaler has been produced in 195 units vs 2,000 for the PC-12 Eagle. Unit cost is $25M for the An-72/74 Coaler vs $6M for the PC-12 Eagle. The An-72/74 Coaler first flew 14 years before the PC-12 Eagle (1977 vs 1991).
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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 |
| Swiss turboprop passenger and cargo aircraft, distinguished by worldwide operational history, notably in charter, regional, and utility roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 31 May 1991 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 2000 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wing area | 98.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 31.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 8.7 m |
| Length | 28.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 34,800 kg |
| Empty weight | 19,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,193 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 16.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 528 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,417 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 2,810 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler is faster with a maximum speed of 700 km/h compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 528 km/h, a difference of 172 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 3,417 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher service ceiling at 11,600 meters (38,057 ft) compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 34,800 kg compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler is longer at 28.1 meters compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the PC-12 Eagle at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The An-72/74 Coaler entered service first in 1985, 9 years before the PC-12 Eagle which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-72/74 Coaler or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 2,000 units compared to 195 units of the An-72/74 Coaler.