Antonov An-30 Clank
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| First flight | 27 August 1967 |
| Year of introduction | 1968 |
| Number produced | 123 units |
Description
The Antonov An-30 Clank is a military reconnaissance aircraft developed by the Soviet Union during the 1960s. It is based on the Antonov An-24 transport aircraft platform. The primary purpose of the An-30 is to conduct aerial surveillance and mapping missions. Equipped with a range of cameras and optical devices, this aircraft is capable of capturing high-quality imagery from various altitudes, including low-level flights. The An-30 has seen deployment in several countries around the world, serving both military and civilian organizations. Its widespread use can be attributed to its versatility and reliability in aerial reconnaissance tasks.
Technical specifications
| Version: An-30B | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 540 km/h (336 mph) |
| Wing area | 75 m² (807.3 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 29.2 m (95.8 ft) |
| Height | 8.3 m (27.3 ft) |
| Length | 24.3 m (79.6 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 8300 m (27231 ft) |
| Empty weight | 15590 kg (34370 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23000 kg (50706 lbs) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turboprops Ivchenko-Progress AI-24T delivering 2074 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Russia | 16 | |
|
Sudan | 8 | |
|
China | 3 | |
|
Ukraine | 3 | |
|
Romania | 2 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Afghanistan • Angola • China • Cuba • Czech Republic • Kazakhstan • Romania • Russia • Sudan • Ex-Czechoslovakia • Ukraine • Ex-USSR
Photo of An-30 Clank
