Overview
The A400M fills the gap between the C-130 and the C-17. Its TP400 engines are among the most powerful turboprops in the West, and its propellers on each wing turn in opposite directions to improve handling.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 45.10 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.40 m |
| Height | 14.70 m |
| Wing area | 221.5 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 78,600 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 141,000 kg |
| Max. payload | 37,000 kg |
Performance
| Max. speed | 780 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.72 |
| Range | 3,300 km |
| Ferry range | 8,700 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,200 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 3–4 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 116 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 4 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Europrop TP400-D6 |
| Power (each) | 8,203 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Xu Zheng / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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