A400M Atlas vs C-2 Greyhound
| 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 |
| American carrier onboard delivery aircraft, commonly deployed in the late 20th century for logistics support at sea. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 18 November 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 56 units |
| Average unit price | $39 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,203 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 65.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 635 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,211 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 27,216 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 15,307 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,430 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of C-2 Greyhound by US Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas is faster with a maximum speed of 780 km/h compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 635 km/h, a difference of 145 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas has a longer range at 3,300 km compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 2,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 10,211 meters (33,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,000 kg compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 27,216 kg.
Which is larger, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas is longer at 45.1 meters compared to the C-2 Greyhound's 17.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas is more expensive at approximately $152 million per unit compared to the C-2 Greyhound at $39 million.
Which entered service first, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The C-2 Greyhound entered service first in 1966, 47 years before the A400M Atlas which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A400M Atlas or C-2 Greyhound?
The A400M Atlas has been produced in greater numbers with 174 units compared to 56 units of the C-2 Greyhound.