Kawasaki C-2 vs P-1

Overview

The Kawasaki C-2 and the P-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 996 km/h for the P-1. The Kawasaki C-2 has an operational range of 7,600 km vs 8,000 km for the P-1. The P-1 operates at altitudes up to 13,472 m compared to 13,100 m for the Kawasaki C-2.

The Kawasaki C-2 has been produced in 14 units vs 60 for the P-1. Unit cost is $74.02M for the Kawasaki C-2 vs $141.5M for the P-1. The P-1 first flew 3 years before the Kawasaki C-2 (2007 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

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
Wingspan 44.4 m
Height 14.2 m
Length 43.9 m
Maximum speed 920 km/h
Operational range 7,600 km
Service ceiling 13,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 141,400 kg
Empty weight 69,000 kg
Total thrust 2 x 133 kN

P-1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 is faster with a maximum speed of 996 km/h compared to the Kawasaki C-2's 920 km/h, a difference of 76 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the Kawasaki C-2's 7,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the Kawasaki C-2's 13,100 meters (42,979 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 141,400 kg compared to the P-1's 79,832 kg.
Which is larger, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The Kawasaki C-2 is longer at 43.9 meters compared to the P-1's 38.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 is more expensive at approximately $142 million per unit compared to the Kawasaki C-2 at $74 million.
Which entered service first, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 entered service first in 2013, 3 years before the Kawasaki C-2 which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kawasaki C-2 or P-1?
The P-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 60 units compared to 14 units of the Kawasaki C-2.