Guys.. How good or bad are the specs of the K9/K10 as compared to the IN20… seems that one of the LSP is getting the IN20 pretty soon..

Reviving this thread as few new variants appeared during MAKS

IL-76LL
http://www.airliners.net/open.file/1257487/L/

IL-76MD-90
http://www.airliners.net/open.file/1263162/L/

Found my answers to my queries in other thread…

Russia showcases its improved Il-76MD-90 airlifter
1 September 2007

The Russian air force unveiled its Ilyushin Il-76MD-90 strategic airlifter at the Moscow air show in August. It is a refurbished standard Il-76MD. The new plane has Perm PS-90A76 turbofan engines, replacing the old version’s NPO Saturn D-30KPs.

The aircraft also features improved Leninets Kupol-76M avionics. Cruise speed is increased to 445 knots (825 kmph), maximum take-off weight is up to 210,000kg (460,000lb) and payload to 60,000kg, while fuel efficiency is up by 8 to 10 per cent. The aircraft also meets International Civil Aviation Organisation Chapter 4 requirements.

A more advanced version of the aircraft is on the way. To be produced by VASO, the Il-476 or ‘fourth-generation Il-76’ will feature PS-90A76 engines, a glass cockpit and a further 13 to 17 per cent improvement in fuel efficiency.

http://www.domain-b.com/aero/Sept/2007/20070801_russia_showcases.htm

It’s a beautifull vessel.. love the quality of workmanship..

One is Mother and other is Father..

What will the offspring look like :diablo:

I saw two hulls back to back standing where usually Aditya is parked around a year and half back.. can’t tell you how much I missed my camera that day.. and the -17 looks far more impressive and well built then even the Talwars.. .