A400M Atlas

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

crew3 + loadmaster
typeMulti-Role Transport Aircraft
range~5,400 km (with 30t payload)
engines4x EPI TP400-D6 turboprop (11,000 shp each)
payload37,000 kg / 116 troops
fleet_uk22 aircraft
max_speed780 km/h
field_performanceRough-field and semi-prepared strip capable

Operators

Related air Weapon Systems