Antonov AN124 Summary
The Antonov AN124 "Ruslan" is a large, strategic airlift cargo aircraft designed by the Antonov Design Bureau in Ukraine. First flown in 1982, it is one of the heaviest cargo aircraft in the world, surpassed only by its sibling, the AN225. The AN124 is renowned for its ability to transport oversized and heavy cargo, including machinery, vehicles, and even other aircraft components.
Fleet Composition
- Total Built: 55 (including prototypes)
- Operators:
- Volga-Dnepr Airlines (Russia)
- Antonov Airlines (Ukraine)
- Russian Air Force
- Ukrainian Air Force
- Other smaller operators and military users
- Active Fleet (2024): Approximately 25-30 aircraft in commercial and military service
Detailed Statistics
| Specification |
Value |
| Length |
68.96 m (226 ft 3 in) |
| Wingspan |
73.3 m (240 ft 5 in) |
| Height |
20.78 m (68 ft 2 in) |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight |
405,000 kg (892,872 lbs) |
| Payload Capacity |
Up to 150,000 kg (330,693 lbs) |
| Cruise Speed |
800-850 km/h (497-528 mph) |
| Range (with max payload) |
3,700 km (2,300 mi) |
| Engines |
4 x Progress D-18T turbofans |
| Crew |
4-6 |
