
Aircraft class:
Cargo
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Crew:
6 flight crew
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Engines:
Six Progress D-18T turbofans
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First delivered:
Late 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.

With an intercontinental range of up to 15,400 miles, the An-225 can link major cargo hubs across continents without refueling, reaching destinations such as Shanghai to Paris, Dubai to Los Angeles, or Frankfurt to Buenos Aires in a single journey. | Its formidable payload capacity, exceeding 250 metric tons, enables the airlift of items considered impossible by any other means, from industrial generators to space vehicles. | While the An-225’s takeoff and landing requirements are significant, it remains able to operate from specially prepared international airports, maximizing access to key markets and project sites worldwide. | The six D-18T engines generate the thrust necessary to lift the heaviest loads, while advanced avionics and robust systems ensure reliable operation on mission-critical timelines.

The An-225’s interior is a marvel of industrial design, offering a cavernous, climate-controlled cargo hold that extends nearly the entire length of the fuselage. | Cargo is loaded directly through the nose, which swings open hydraulically to enable rapid handling of the largest freight. | While the main deck is dedicated to cargo, the crew is accommodated in a secure, elevated cockpit and dedicated rest area, ensuring comfort on even the longest intercontinental flights. | The aircraft’s systems are tailored for specialized missions, with reinforced flooring, multiple anchoring points, and advanced environmental controls to safeguard sensitive or high-value shipments.




The An-225 is purpose-built for missions where no other aircraft can suffice—from transporting outsized energy infrastructure and aerospace hardware to rapid deployment of large-scale humanitarian aid. For organizations facing the logistical challenge of moving the truly extraordinary, chartering the An-225 ensures the job gets done efficiently and securely.


The An-225 is designed exclusively for airlifting ultra-heavy and outsized cargo, featuring a vast, unobstructed cargo hold with a nose-loading system. It is not outfitted for passenger transport, but can accommodate a flight crew and essential support personnel.




Yes. The An-225’s immense fuselage and nose-loading door allow for the transport of the largest and most unwieldy cargo—items that would be impossible to move with any other aircraft. Specialized tie-downs and reinforced flooring ensure even delicate or high-value shipments travel securely.

For most global heavy-lift missions, absolutely. The An-225’s range and payload capabilities mean it can link major international markets in one flight, though its size requires specially equipped airports and ground handling arrangements.
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