P-1 vs P-8 Poseidon
Overview
The P-1 is a Military Transport Aircraft built by Kawasaki, while the P-8 Poseidon is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Boeing.
Top speed is 996 km/h for the P-1 vs 907 km/h for the P-8 Poseidon. The P-1 has an operational range of 8,000 km vs 2,225 km for the P-8 Poseidon. The P-1 operates at altitudes up to 13,472 m compared to 12,500 m for the P-8 Poseidon.
The P-1 has been produced in 60 units vs 187 for the P-8 Poseidon. Unit cost is $141.5M for the P-1 vs $150M for the P-8 Poseidon. The P-1 first flew 2 years before the P-8 Poseidon (2007 vs 2009).
| Japanese maritime patrol aircraft, developed in the 21st century, solely operated by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. | |
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| 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 |
| American maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, used for anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 25 April 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 187 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 37.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 39.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 907 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,225 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 85,820 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 62,730 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 61 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-1 is faster with a maximum speed of 996 km/h compared to the P-8 Poseidon's 907 km/h, a difference of 89 km/h.
Which has longer range, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-1 has a longer range at 8,000 km compared to the P-8 Poseidon's 2,225 km.
Which can fly higher, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-1 has a higher service ceiling at 13,472 meters (44,199 ft) compared to the P-8 Poseidon's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 85,820 kg compared to the P-1's 79,832 kg.
Which is larger, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon is longer at 39.5 meters compared to the P-1's 38.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the P-1 at $142 million.
Which entered service first, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon entered service first in 2013, 0 years before the P-1 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the P-1 or P-8 Poseidon?
The P-8 Poseidon has been produced in greater numbers with 187 units compared to 60 units of the P-1.