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Cargo
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Up to 6 crew
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Four Progress D-18T turbofans
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First delivered:
1980s
The figures below summarize the performance and dimensions that matter most when you are matching an aircraft to a trip. They reflect typical configurations; exact numbers vary with weight, weather, and how a given aircraft is equipped.
The An-124-100M’s impressive range of up to 7,500 nautical miles enables direct service between continents, connecting major industrial hubs and remote destinations without the need for multiple stops. Its robust design supports full payload operations on long-haul missions, covering routes such as Houston to Frankfurt, Dubai to Shanghai, or Johannesburg to London with ease. | Its high cruise speed of 446 knots keeps delivery schedules tight, while a service ceiling of 40,000 feet allows the aircraft to operate above commercial traffic and weather disturbances. The An-124-100M’s ability to take off and land on extended runways ensures access to a select network of airports capable of accommodating its size, which is essential for rapid, point-to-point heavy cargo transport. | For urgent, oversized, or industrial shipments, the An-124-100M offers the unique combination of volume, payload, and range needed to solve even the most complex logistical challenges.
The An-124-100M’s cavernous cargo bay is purpose-built for maximal flexibility, featuring a fully pressurized, temperature-controlled environment for sensitive or high-value freight. The aircraft’s advanced loading systems and integrated cranes allow for precise handling of freight, while the dedicated crew rest area and avionics suite ensure operational safety and comfort on long-haul journeys. | Interior space is entirely optimized for cargo, with reinforced tie-down points and modular loading capability. While there are no passenger amenities beyond crew facilities, the An-124-100M’s interior is meticulously engineered to safeguard every consignment, from delicate industrial components to colossal vehicles. | For clients, this means complete confidence that even the most challenging cargo will arrive securely and efficiently at its global destination.
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The An-124-100M is not suitable for standard passenger or luxury charter missions, but it is the aircraft of choice for organizations and industries with the need to move extremely large, heavy, or non-standard freight that cannot be accommodated by any other means. Its role is particularly critical for project cargo, aerospace, oil and gas, disaster relief, and government logistics, where time sensitivity and scale are paramount.
The An-124-100M does not carry passengers in the typical sense; instead, it is configured exclusively for cargo, with space for flight and engineering crew only. Its vast cargo hold is purpose-built for heavy and outsized freight, not for executive or commercial seating.
No. The An-124-100M is a dedicated cargo aircraft, but its pressurized, temperature-controlled hold and advanced loading systems ensure all freight is handled with the highest standards of safety and care.
Yes, the An-124-100M is capable of nonstop intercontinental flights such as Houston to Frankfurt or Dubai to Shanghai, provided suitable airports with long runways are available at both ends.
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