Last and finest of the An-24 derivatives, the Antonov An-32 'Cline' is the ultimate cargo development of Antonov's famous line of light transports. The most noticeable differences are the installment of two new overwing AI-20D turoprop engines which replace the old AL-24VTs: this not only gives the aircraft considerably more power, it also eliminates the need for the auxiliary turbojet engine found on some of the previous models in the series. The overwing engines also allow for reduced debris ingestion in rough strips and clearing room for the massive new propellers; other than that, there are a number of additional minor airframe modifications which do not significantly depart from the basic design of its predecessors. Export orders for the An-32 came from many countries including India, Cuba, Mongolia, Mexico and Peru among others where its ruggedness in adverse weather conditions comes in handy.

First news of the An-32 'Cline' was in May 1977, it's only main role has been as a cargo transport and no other major variants have been built. A significant number are still found in widespread civil and military service, particularly in countries with adverse weather conditions where the An-32 performs best.