Airbus A400M Atlas
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Airbus A400M Atlas is a tactical and strategic airlifter built by Airbus in Europe. It first flew in 2009 and entered service in 2013. Fill the gap between the C-130 and the C-17: rough airfields, but strategic distances.
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- Top speed780 km/h (485 mph)
- Range3,300 km (2,051 miles)
- First flight2009
- Wingspan42.4 m (139 ft)
Airbus A400M Atlas specs
| Top speed | 780 km/h (485 mph) |
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| Range | 3,300 km (2,051 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 12,200 m (40,026 ft) |
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| Length | 45.1 m (148 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 42.4 m (139 ft) |
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| Height | 14.7 m (48 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 141 t (310,849 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 37 t payload |
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| Engines | 4 × TP400 turboprop |
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| First flight | 2009 |
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| Entered service | 2013 |
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| Built by | Airbus (Europe) |
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Airbus A400M Atlas facts
- The propellers on each wing spin in opposite directions for better handling.
- Its engines are among the most powerful turboprops ever built in the West.
Quick quiz
When did the Airbus A400M Atlas first fly?
In 2009.
Who built the Airbus A400M Atlas?
Airbus, in Europe.
How fast can the Airbus A400M Atlas fly?
Its top speed is 780 km/h (485 mph).
How far can the Airbus A400M Atlas fly?
About 3,300 km (2,051 miles).
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