A330 MRTT vs A400M Atlas
The A330 MRTT and the A400M Atlas are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Airbus respectively. Top speed is 880 km/h for the A330 MRTT vs 780 km/h for the A400M Atlas. The A330 MRTT has an operational range of 14,800 km vs 3,300 km for the A400M Atlas. The A330 MRTT operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 12,500 m for the A400M Atlas. The A330 MRTT has been produced in 66 units vs 174 for the A400M Atlas. Unit cost is $275M for the A330 MRTT vs $152M for the A400M Atlas. The A400M Atlas first flew 7 years before the A330 MRTT (2009 vs 2016).
| European aerial refueling and military transport aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, extensively used for global logistics and in-flight refueling operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 30 September 2016 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 66 units |
| Average unit price | $275 million |
| European military transport aircraft, notable for strategic deployments in operations worldwide since the 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇪🇺 Europe |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Airbus |
| First flight | 11 December 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 174 units |
| Average unit price | $152 million |
| Wing area | 362.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 60.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 17.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 58.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 880 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 14,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 233,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 125,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 160 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 221.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 42.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 45.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 780 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 141,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 66,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,051 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT is faster with a maximum speed of 880 km/h compared to the A400M Atlas's 780 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT has a longer range at 14,800 km compared to the A400M Atlas's 3,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the A400M Atlas's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 233,000 kg compared to the A400M Atlas's 141,000 kg.
Which is larger, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT is longer at 58.8 meters compared to the A400M Atlas's 45.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT is more expensive at approximately $275 million per unit compared to the A400M Atlas at $152 million.
Which entered service first, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A330 MRTT entered service first in 2011, 2 years before the A400M Atlas which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A330 MRTT or A400M Atlas?
The A400M Atlas has been produced in greater numbers with 174 units compared to 66 units of the A330 MRTT.