The Il-76 is a four engine turbofan transport aircraft developed by the soviet Union's Ilyushin Design Bureau. Originally conceived in the late 1960s the Il-76 was designed to rapidly deploy heavy machinery, troops and payload over long ranges.

Variants

Il-76MD

A military transport version of the Il-76 with upgraded engines and increased maximum takeoff weight. Designed for strategic airlift of troops, equipment, and heavy cargo, it's capable of operating from rough airfields and is widely used in military and humanitarian missions.

Specs
Engine typeSoloviev D-30
Length153ft/ 46.6m
Height48.4ft/ 14.7m
Wingspan165.7ft/ 50.5m

Il-76MA-90A

A modernized and significantly upgraded variant of the Il-76MD featuring new PS-90A-76 engines, improved avionics, and structural enhancements. It offers better fuel efficiency, range, and payload capacity, representing the latest evolution of this rugged airlifter.

Specs
Engine typeSoloviev D-30
Length153ft/ 46.6m
Height48.4ft/ 14.7m
Wingspan165.7ft/ 50.5m

Il-76MF

A stretched version of the Il-76 with an extended fuselage for higher payload capacity (up to 60 tons). It includes upgraded engines and systems, targeting both military and civilian heavy cargo transport roles.

Specs
Engine typeSoloviev D-30
Length153ft/ 46.6m
Height48.4ft/ 14.7m
Wingspan165.7ft/ 50.5m

Il-78

An aerial refueling tanker variant based on the Il-76 airframe. It supports mid-air refueling of fighters and bombers, extending the range and endurance of Russian and allied aircraft. The Il-78 can also carry cargo when not configured for refueling.

Specs
Engine typeSoloviev D-30
Length153ft/ 46.6m
Height48.4ft/ 14.7m
Wingspan165.7ft/ 50.5m