A400M Atlas vs P-1

Overview

The A400M Atlas and the P-1 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Kawasaki respectively.

Top speed is 780 km/h for the A400M Atlas vs 996 km/h for the P-1. The A400M Atlas has an operational range of 3,300 km vs 8,000 km for the P-1. The P-1 operates at altitudes up to 13,472 m compared to 12,500 m for the A400M Atlas.

The A400M Atlas has been produced in 174 units vs 60 for the P-1. Unit cost is $152M for the A400M Atlas vs $141.5M for the P-1. The P-1 first flew 2 years before the A400M Atlas (2007 vs 2009).

European military transport aircraft, notable for strategic deployments in operations worldwide since the 2000s.
Airbus A400M Atlas Transport profile drawing
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

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 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
Total thrust 4 x 2,051 kW 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 A400M Atlas or P-1?
The P-1 is faster with a maximum speed of 996 km/h compared to the A400M Atlas's 780 km/h, a difference of 216 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the A400M Atlas's 3,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the A400M Atlas's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The A400M Atlas has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,000 kg compared to the P-1's 79,832 kg.
Which is larger, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The A400M Atlas is longer at 45.1 meters compared to the P-1's 38.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The A400M Atlas is more expensive at approximately $152 million per unit compared to the P-1 at $142 million.
Which entered service first, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The P-1 entered service first in 2013, 0 years before the A400M Atlas which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A400M Atlas or P-1?
The A400M Atlas has been produced in greater numbers with 174 units compared to 60 units of the P-1.