Antonov An-32
Type: Transport Aircraft
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Russia/Ukraine
Manufacturer: Antonov
First Deployed: 1989
Overview
The Antonov An-32 is a Ukrainian high-wing turboprop transport aircraft powered by two Ivchenko Progress AI-20D turboprop engines, designed for operations from short, unprepared, and high-altitude airstrips. With a payload of 6,700 kg and range of 2,500 km, it serves as a tactical transport for smaller loads where the C-130J would be uneconomical. Bangladesh acquired An-32s in the 1980s-1990s for domestic logistics and military transport. The type is increasingly challenged by spare parts availability following the disruption of Ukrainian support chains.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3-5 |
|---|---|
| range | 2,500 km |
| length | 23.8 m |
| engines | 2x Ivchenko Progress AI-20D turboprop 5,180 eshp each |
| payload | 6,700 kg |
| capacity | 42 troops |
| wingspan | 29.2 m |
| max_speed | 540 km/h |
| service_ceiling | 9,400 m |
| max_takeoff_weight | 27,000 kg |
Operators
- Bangladesh
- India
- Ukraine
- Various
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