C-295 Persuader vs C-130 Hercules

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 of introduction 2001
Number produced 209 units
Average unit price $78 million
American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions.
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Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 23 August 1954
Year of introduction 1956
Number produced 2500 units
Average unit price $30 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 â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 23,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,250 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,972 kW â—‰
Wing area 162.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 40.4 m â—‰
Height 11.7 m â—‰
Length 29.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 593 km/h â—‰
Operational range 8,375 km
Service ceiling 10,058 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 70,307 kg â—‰
Empty weight 35,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 3,661 kW â—‰
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Photo of C-295 Persuader by Airbus.