Antonov An-12 - Definition and Overview

The Antonov An-12 (NATO reporting name: Cub) is a four-engined turboprop transport aircraft. It is the military version of the An-10A. The first prototype flew in March 1957. Over 900 military and civilian versions had been built before production finally ended in 1973. The An-12BP entered Soviet military service in 1959. In terms of configuration, size and capability, the aircraft is very similar to the U.S. built Lockheed C-130 Hercules.

• First flight: 1958
• Production total: 1243
• Production ended: 1972
• Series: A, AP, B, BKT, BP, BSh, BKSh, K, M, PP, UD, T
• Propulsion: 4 turboprop engines
• Max passengers: 100

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Designation sequence: An-6 - An-8 - An-10 - An-12 - An-14 - An-22 - An-24