A321 vs P-1

Overview

The A321 and the P-1 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Kawasaki respectively.

Top speed is 871 km/h for the A321 vs 996 km/h for the P-1. The A321 has an operational range of 5,930 km vs 8,000 km for the P-1. The P-1 operates at altitudes up to 13,472 m compared to 12,000 m for the A321.

The A321 has been produced in 2,917 units vs 60 for the P-1. Unit cost is $120M for the A321 vs $141.5M for the P-1. The A321 first flew 20 years before the P-1 (1987 vs 2007).

European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines.
Airbus A321 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇺 Europe
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 27 February 1987
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 2917 units
Average unit price $120 million

P-1

Japanese maritime patrol aircraft, developed in the 21st century, solely operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
Kawasaki P-1 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Kawasaki
First flight 28 September 2007
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price $141.5 million
Wing area 122.6 m²
Wingspan 34.1 m â—‰
Height 11.8 m â—‰
Length 37.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 871 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,930 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 78,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 42,600 kg
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf â—‰

P-1

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 35.4 m â—‰
Height 12.1 m â—‰
Length 38.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 996 km/h â—‰
Operational range 8,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,472 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 79,832 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 4 x 1,531 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 is faster with a maximum speed of 996 km/h compared to the A321's 871 km/h, a difference of 125 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the A321's 5,930 km.
Which can fly higher, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the A321's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 79,832 kg compared to the A321's 78,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 is longer at 38.0 meters compared to the A321's 37.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A321 or P-1?
The P-1 is more expensive at approximately $142 million per unit compared to the A321 at $120 million.
Which entered service first, the A321 or P-1?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 19 years before the P-1 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A321 or P-1?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 60 units of the P-1.