Kawasaki C-2 vs C-1

Overview

The Kawasaki C-2 and the C-1 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Kawasaki Aerospace and Kawasaki respectively.

Top speed is 920 km/h for the Kawasaki C-2 vs 806 km/h for the C-1. The Kawasaki C-2 has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 3,353 km for the C-1. The Kawasaki C-2 operates at altitudes up to 13,100 m compared to 11,580 m for the C-1. At 141,400 kg MTOW, the Kawasaki C-2 is 3.1x the C-1's 45,000 kg.

The Kawasaki C-2 has been produced in 14 units vs 31 for the C-1. Unit cost is $74.02M for the Kawasaki C-2 vs $50M for the C-1. The C-1 first flew 40 years before the Kawasaki C-2 (1970 vs 2010).

Japanese mid-size, twin-turbofan military transport aircraft, developed in the early 21st century and entered service in 2016, used for long-range, high-speed tactical and strategic airlift operations.
Kawasaki Aerospace Kawasaki C-2 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Kawasaki Aerospace
First flight 26 January 2010
Year introduced 2016
Number produced 14 units
Average unit price $74.0 million

C-1

Japanese transport aircraft, notable for its use in the Self-Defense Forces during the Cold War era.
Kawasaki C-1 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Kawasaki
First flight 12 November 1970
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 31 units
Average unit price $50 million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 44.4 m â—‰
Height 14.2 m â—‰
Length 43.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 920 km/h â—‰
Operational range 7,600 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 141,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 69,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 133 kN â—‰

C-1

Wing area 120.5 m²
Wingspan 30.3 m â—‰
Height 10.0 m â—‰
Length 29.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 806 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,353 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,580 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 24,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,287 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 920 km/h compared to the C-1's 806 km/h, a difference of 114 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a longer range at 7,600 km compared to the C-1's 3,353 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher service ceiling at 13,100 meters (42,979 ft) compared to the C-1's 11,580 meters (37,992 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,400 kg compared to the C-1's 45,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 is longer at 43.9 meters compared to the C-1's 29.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 is more expensive at approximately $74 million per unit compared to the C-1 at $50 million.
Which entered service first, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The C-1 entered service first in 1974, 42 years before the Kawasaki C-2 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kawasaki C-2 or C-1?
The C-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 31 units compared to 14 units of the Kawasaki C-2.