Antonov An-32

The rugged transport built for hot, high, and short-field operations.

Overview

Antonov Ukraine ICAO: AN32 1982–Present Active $15 million (2015)

The Antonov An-32 is a twin-engine turboprop transport developed as an enhanced version of the An-26. Designed to operate in extreme climates and at high-altitude airfields, it became widely used by military and civil operators. The aircraft entered service in the late 1970s.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × ZMKB AI-20DM turboprop
Engine type
Turboprop
Power
2 × 5,112 shp · 3,812 kW
Avionics
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Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
50 economy · 42 business · 24 first
Crew
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Cabin width
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Cabin height
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Cabin length
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Exterior length
78 ft 0 in  ·  23.78 m
Tail height
28 ft 8 in  ·  8.75 m
Fuselage diameter
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Wing span
95 ft 10 in  ·  29.20 m
Baggage volume
1,059 ft³  ·  30.0 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
131,000 lb  ·  59,500 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
14,800 lb  ·  6,700 kg
Fuel capacity
790 gal · 3,000 L · 2,400 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
250 kt  ·  288 mph  ·  463 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
1,300 nm  ·  1,500 mi  ·  2,410 km
Fuel burn
1.95 nm/gal  ·  0.95 km/L
Ceiling
31,200 ft  ·  9,500 m
Rate of climb
1,260 ft/min  ·  6 m/s
Takeoff distance
4,050 ft  ·  1,240 m
Landing distance
5,600 ft  ·  1,700 m
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Mexican Navy Antonov An-32B

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Operational Context

Antonov An-32 — twin-engine tactical transport aircraft

The An-32 first flew in 1976 and entered service in 1978 as a specialized development of the An-26 transport. Antonov engineers modified the aircraft with more powerful engines and repositioned them above the wing leading edge. This arrangement improved airflow to the propellers and enhanced lift during takeoff, particularly in hot or high-altitude conditions.

Two Ivchenko AI-20 turboprop engines producing approximately 5,100 shaft horsepower each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 290 knots (537 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 60,000 pounds (27,000 kg), with payload capacity around 15,000 pounds (6,800 kg).

The An-32 has been widely exported and used for cargo transport, troop movement, and humanitarian missions. Its ability to operate from short and poorly prepared runways made it especially valuable in mountainous and tropical regions. Many aircraft remain in service after decades of operation.

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