C-295 Persuader vs P-1

Spanish tactical military transport aircraft, utilized globally in maritime patrol, surveillance, and humanitarian relief missions since the late 20th century.
Picture of C-295 Persuader
Origin country 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 28 November 1997
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 209 units
Average unit price $78 million

P-1

Japanese maritime patrol aircraft, developed in the 21st century, solely operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
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 59.0 m²
Wingspan 25.8 m â—‰
Height 8.6 m â—‰
Length 24.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 576 km/h
Operational range 5,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,250 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,972 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Airbus C-295 Persuader

P-1

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 35.4 m â—‰
Height 12.1 m â—‰
Length 38.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
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 6,123 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Kawasaki P-1

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of C-295 Persuader by Airbus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The C-295 Persuader is faster with a maximum speed of 576 km/h compared to the P-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 576 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the C-295 Persuader's 5,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the C-295 Persuader's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 79,832 kg compared to the C-295 Persuader's 23,200 kg.
Which is larger, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The P-1 is longer at 38.0 meters compared to the C-295 Persuader's 24.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The P-1 is more expensive at approximately $142 million per unit compared to the C-295 Persuader at $78 million.
Which entered service first, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The C-295 Persuader entered service first in 2001, 12 years before the P-1 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-295 Persuader or P-1?
The C-295 Persuader has been produced in greater numbers with 209 units compared to 60 units of the P-1.