The Antonov An-32 is essentially a re-engined An-26. It is designed to withstand adverse weather conditions better than the standard An-26. Announced at the May 1977 Paris Air Show, the An-32 is distinguished from its predecessor by engines raised 1.5 m above the wing in order to avoid foreign object damage on rough, unprepared air strips.
| Role | Military transport aircraft |
|---|---|
| National origin | Soviet Union/Ukraine |
| Manufacturer | Aviant |
| Design group | Antonov |
| First flight | 9 July 1976 |
| Status | Operational |
| Primary users | Indian Air Force National Air Force of Angola Sri Lanka Air Force Ukrainian Air Force |
| Produced | 1982–present |
| Number built | 373 |
| Developed from | Antonov An-26 |
| Developed into | Antonov/Taqnia An-132 |
Specifications (An-32)
General characteristics
- Crew: 4
- Capacity: 42 paratroopers/50 passengers/24 Casualties on stretcher with three medical personnel / 6,700 kg (14,771 lb) max payload
- Length: 23.78 m (78 ft 0 in)
- Wingspan: 29.2 m (95 ft 10 in)
- Height: 8.75 m (28 ft 8 in)
- Wing area: 75 m2 (810 sq ft)
- Empty weight: 16,800 kg (37,038 lb)
- Max takeoff weight: 27,000 kg (59,525 lb)
- Powerplant: 2 × ZMKB Progress AI-20DM turboprop engines, 3,812 kW (5,112 hp) each
- Propellers: 4-bladed constant speed propellers
Performance
- Maximum speed: 530 km/h (330 mph, 290 kn)
- Cruise speed: 470 km/h (290 mph, 250 kn)
- Range: 2,500 km (1,600 mi, 1,300 nmi) with 3,700 kg (8,160 lb) payload, no reserves
- Service ceiling: 9,500 m (31,200 ft)
Photos Rob Vogelaar
