Antonov An-74
The Antonov An-74 (Russian: Антонов Ан-74, NATO reporting name: Coaler) is a Soviet/Ukrainian transport aircraft developed by Antonov. It is a development of the An-72, with upgraded equipment, upgraded radar, extended range, a crew of five, a larger avionics bay and capabilities to be equipped with ski gear. Production ceased in 2004, although Antonov is considering restarting production for the Ukrainian Air Force. The An-72 and An-74 get their nickname, Cheburashka, from the large engine intake ducts, which resemble the oversized ears of the popular Soviet animated character of the same name.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
- Manufacturer
- Antonov Serial Production Plant
- Category
- Transport & cargo
- Country of origin
- Soviet Union
- First flight
- 1983-11-01
Specifications
- Cruise speed
- 324 kt
- Max speed
- 378 kt
- Range
- 2,336 nm
- Service ceiling
- 33,136 ft
- Max takeoff weight
- 76,058 lb
- Empty weight
- 42,000 lb
- Powerplant
- Lotarev D-36
- Engines
- 2
- Seats
- 52
- Length
- 92.1 ft
- Wingspan
- 104.6 ft
- Height
- 28.4 ft
- Number built
- 62
Specifications are approximate and may vary by variant. Compiled from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).
Reference and training only. Specifications vary by variant — consult the manufacturer and the official documents.