The Antonov/Taqnia An-132 was an improved version of the Antonov An-32 twin-engined turboprop military transport aircraft being developed jointly by Saudi Arabia and Ukraine. It was cancelled in April 2019.
| Role | Airlift |
|---|---|
| National origin | Ukraine Saudi Arabia |
| Manufacturer | Antonov Taqnia Aeronautics |
| First flight | 31 March 2017 |
| Status | Under development |
| Primary user | Royal Saudi Air Force (intended) |
| Developed from | Antonov An-32 |
Specifications (An-132)
General characteristics
- Capacity: according to configuration, it can carry:
- 9,200 kg (20,300 lb) cargo.
- 75 troops.
- 27 stretchers.
- Length: 24.53 m (80 ft 6 in)
- Wingspan: 29.20 m (95 ft 10 in)
- Height: 8.80 m (28 ft 10 in)
- Max takeoff weight: 28,500 kg (62,832 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A turboprops, 3,781 kW (5,071 shp) each
- Propellers: six-bladed Dowty Propellers R408, 4.11 m (13 ft 6 in) diameter
Performance
- Cruise speed: 550 km/h (340 mph, 300 kn)
- Range: 4,400 km (2,700 mi, 2,400 nmi)
- Service ceiling: 9,000 m (30,000 ft)
Photos Rob Vogelaar
