Kawasaki C-1
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| First flight | 12 November 1970 |
| Year of introduction | 1974 |
| Number produced | 31 units |
| Average unit price | $50 million |
Description
The Kawasaki C-1 is a military aircraft developed by the Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries. Initially introduced in the 1970s, the C-1 was designed to fulfill transport and logistical support missions for the Japanese Self-Defense Forces. With a focus on short takeoff and landing capabilities, it was engineered to operate from small and remote airfields. The C-1 has been used extensively in various military operations, both domestically and internationally, providing airlift capabilities for personnel, cargo, and supplies. Its versatility and reliability have made it a valuable asset for Japan as well as its allied nations.
Technical specifications
| Version: C-1 | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 5 : pilot + copilot + WSO + flight engineer + loadmaster |
| Operational range | 1300 km (808 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 806 km/h (501 mph) |
| Wing area | 120.5 m² (1297.0 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 30.3 m (99.4 ft) |
| Height | 10.0 m (32.8 ft) |
| Length | 29 m (95.1 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 11580 m (37992 ft) |
| Empty weight | 24300 kg (53572 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45000 kg (99208 lbs) |
| Takeoff distance | 439 m (1440 ft) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbofans Pratt & Whitney JT8D-M-9 delivering 6574 kgp |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Japan | 9 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
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