C-1
Maiden Flight: Thursday, November 12, 1970
IOC: February 1974
Total Production: 31
Also Known As
Asuka (version powered by four turbofans)
C-1Kai (ECM trainer)
C-X (development program designation)
Origin
Japan
Contractor/s
Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) *
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Power plant:
JT8D (2)
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Description:
The C-1 is turbofan-powered tactical military transport aircraft developed by a consortium led by Kawasaki in the late 1960s, early 1970s against a requirement from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) under C-X program. The other C-1 partners were Mitsubishi, Fuji and Nihon. The prototype first flew on November 12, 1970. JASDF took delivery of 31 C-1s between February 1974 and 1981. These freight aircraft are scheduled for replacement by a new turbofan-powered transport aircraft, also called the C-X, beginning in 2011.
The Kawasaki C-1 freighter is powered by two JT8D-M-9 turbofans each rated at 14,500-lb of thrust. With a maxim takeoff weight of 45-t, its top speed is 805 kph and can transport an eight-ton payload over ranges of 1,200 kilometers. In the troops transport role, a single C-1 can transport 60 fully equipped infantrymen or 45 paratroops. The aircraft features a T tail and a large rear loading cargo ramp. The C-1 is also suitable for medical evacuation missions. JASDF also ordered two special variants: C-1Kai ECM trainer and Asuka powered by four above wing turbofans.
Specifications
Accommodation: Crew 4, Paratroops 45, Stretchers 36, Troops 60
Dimensions: Height 10.0 m, Length 29 m, Wing Area 121 square meter, Wingspan 30.6 m
Weights: Max Takeoff Weight 45,000 kg (99,206 lb), Min Weight 24,300 kg (53,571 lb), Payload 7,900 kg (17,416 lb)
Engine/s Performance: Thrust 29,000 lb (13,154 kg)
Performance: Climb Rate 3,495 fpm (), Cruise Speed 704 kph (438 mph), Economical Speed 658 kph (409 mph), Max Range 3,355 km (1,812 nm) 2,200kg payload, Min Range 1,295 km (699 nm) 7,900kg payload, Take Off Run Distance 640 m (2,100 ft), Top Speed 805 kph (500 mph)
Other: Number of Engines 2
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Japan / 31 