A400M Atlas
Type: Strategic/Tactical Transport Aircraft
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Germany / France / Spain
Manufacturer: Airbus Defence and Space
First Deployed: 2014
Overview
The A400M Atlas is a European multi-role military transport aircraft operated by the RAF with 22 aircraft. It bridges the gap between tactical C-130 and strategic C-17 roles, with rough-field capability and AAR capability.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3 + loadmaster |
|---|---|
| type | Multi-Role Transport Aircraft |
| range | ~5,400 km (with 30t payload) |
| engines | 4x EPI TP400-D6 turboprop (11,000 shp each) |
| payload | 37,000 kg / 116 troops |
| fleet_uk | 22 aircraft |
| max_speed | 780 km/h |
| field_performance | Rough-field and semi-prepared strip capable |
Operators
- United Kingdom
- Malaysia
- Spain
- Indonesia
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