Can a C-5 carry an Abrams tank?
Can a C-5 carry an Abrams tank? The newest C-5M Super Galaxy has the capability to lift two M1 Abrams tanks and can transport nearly a company of troops and gear anywhere in the world with aerial refueling. The C-5 is distinct for having both front and rear cargo ramps, allowing for much faster load and offload operations.
Is there a plane bigger than the C-5 Galaxy?
The Antonov An-124 Ruslan (NATO designation Condor) is named after a legendary giant. It is broadly similar to the slightly smaller Lockheed C-5 Galaxy. Currently the An-124 is the world's largest production military aircraft.
What is the largest plane to ever fly?
The Stratolaunch has a wingspan of 117m and is the biggest plane ever flown. To put that into some kind of context, the average soccer field is about 105m in length. It features six engines which can take the plane to a height of 10,668m (35,000ft) and will carry orbital rockets to the edge of space.
What is the fastest plane in the world?
The North American X-15 may be the fastest plane in the world, with speeds at 4,520 mph and Mach 5.93. It's an experimental aircraft used and powered by NASA and USAF.