PicKollage: Antonov AN-225…the biggest plane in the world!

The Antonov AN-225 is the largest fixed-wing aircraft ever built. It was originally built to transport the Buran orbiter, or the Russian version of the space shuttle. If can at least one 18-wheeler and has enough space inside to put 1 basketball court with some benches for fans.

SPECIFICATIONS

Official Name: An-225, Mriya
Wingspan: 290 ft. Length: 275 ft. 7 in.
Height: 59 ft. 8-1/2 in.
Cargo Hold: Length: 141 ft.; Width: 21 ft.; Height: 14 ft. 5-1/4 in.
Engines: Six ZMKB Progress Lotarev D-18T turbofans each producing 51,590 lb. of thrust
Crew: 7 Max Takeoff Weight: 1,322,750 lb.
Max Payload: 551,150 lb.
Cruising Speed: 497 mph
Max Speed: 528 mph
Range With Max Payload: 2813 miles
Range With Max Fuel: 9625 miles