I did a quick calculation.
230 kN = 23.445 tonnes/wt = 23.068 long tons wt = 25.837 short tons weight. For the record, a “long ton” is 2240 lbs and a “short ton” is 2000 lbs (Just another UK/US difference). To answer Mike’s question, the thrust is 23.4 tonnes-wt. From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Michael Payne Sent: 03 February 2015 11:35 To: U.S. Metric Association Subject: [USMA:54593] Fwd: Inside View -- World's Largest Airplane This might be of interest because they show (mostly) 100% SI units. Intersting to see the Airspeed is km/h and the vertical speed m/s. Translation is not the best but it’s understandable. I’m sure the Tons mentioned are Tonnes. Mike Payne http://gelio.livejournal.com/193025.html No matter "How you look at it", this is a truly a one of a kind incredible aircraft. These new photos are well worth viewing to give you an idea of the immense size, the manning and complexity of its operation. There have been a few photographs of the AN 225 (Russian Cargo) aircraft which have gone around countless times before. These are a new and quality set.
