Aircraft Type
Antonov AN-124 Ruslan “Ruslan”
The Antonov AN-124 Ruslan is a massive strategic airlift cargo aircraft designed for heavy and oversized cargo transportation, serving both military and civilian logistics needs with its impressive payload capacity and unique design.
IATAA4FICAOA124ManufacturerAntonovRange4,500 kmStatusIn Production
World's largest serial-produced cargo aircraft before the Antonov AN-225, capable of transporting extremely large and heavy equipment like industrial machinery, aerospace components, and military hardware across vast distances
The AN-124 has been crucial in humanitarian missions, Olympic logistics, and supporting international space programs by transporting massive rocket components and satellites
Cabin Environment
How the Antonov AN-124 Ruslan affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
69.1 m
Length
73.3 m
Wingspan
20.78 m
Height
Performance
4,500 km
Range
850 km/h
Cruise Speed
4× Progress D-18T turbofan
Engines
Antonov Family
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How It Compares
vs. Boeing C-17 Globemaster III
✓Larger cargo capacity and longer range for heavy military and humanitarian logistics
✗Less fuel-efficient and higher operational costs compared to AN-124
vs. Airbus A330 MRTT
✓Superior cargo volume and military strategic airlift capabilities
✗Less versatile in extreme terrain and shorter takeoff/landing capability
vs. Ilyushin Il-76
✓More modern design with better aerodynamic efficiency
✗Slightly smaller payload capacity compared to Il-76