C-130 Hercules vs P-1

Overview

The C-130 Hercules and the P-1 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Kawasaki respectively.

Top speed is 593 km/h for the C-130 Hercules vs 996 km/h for the P-1. The C-130 Hercules has an operational range of 3,800 km vs 8,000 km for the P-1. The P-1 operates at altitudes up to 13,472 m compared to 10,058 m for the C-130 Hercules.

The C-130 Hercules has been produced in 2,500 units vs 60 for the P-1. Unit cost is $68M for the C-130 Hercules vs $141.5M for the P-1. The C-130 Hercules first flew 53 years before the P-1 (1954 vs 2007).

American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 23 August 1954
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 2500 units
Average unit price $68 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 πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ 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 162.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 40.4 m β—‰
Height 11.7 m β—‰
Length 29.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 593 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 10,058 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 70,307 kg β—‰
Empty weight 35,800 kg
Total thrust 4 x 915 kW β—‰

P-1

Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 35.4 m β—‰
Height 12.1 m β—‰
Length 38.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 996 km/h β—‰
Operational range 8,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,472 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 79,832 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 4 x 1,531 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 is faster with a maximum speed of 996 km/h compared to the C-130 Hercules's 593 km/h, a difference of 403 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the C-130 Hercules's 3,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the C-130 Hercules's 10,058 meters (32,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 79,832 kg compared to the C-130 Hercules's 70,307 kg.
Which is larger, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 is longer at 38.0 meters compared to the C-130 Hercules's 29.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The P-1 is more expensive at approximately $142 million per unit compared to the C-130 Hercules at $68 million.
Which entered service first, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 57 years before the P-1 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-130 Hercules or P-1?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 60 units of the P-1.