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Ilyushin Il-18

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Ilyushin Il-18

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The Il-18 turboprop airliner of 1957 represented a leap in Soviet civilian and military transport technology. Its nine-crew layout accommodated comprehensive flight deck and attendant staff, while four turboprop engines and 37.4-metre span enabled substantial payload capacity. The 6500-kilometre range and 675 km/h speed marked significant advancement in intercontinental capability.

Especificaciones

Función
Turboprop airliner and reconnaissance aircraft
Origen
Soviet Union
Tripulación
9
Motores
4
Primer vuelo
1957
Longitud
35,9 m
Envergadura
37,4 m
Velocidad máxima
675 km/h
Autonomía
6500 km