C-X (C-2)
Kawasaki · Japan · first flew 2010 · transport aircraft
The Kawasaki C-X, which entered service as the C-2, is a Japanese twin-turbofan strategic transport designed to replace the ageing C-1.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turbofan, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Widebody strategic airlifter |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
WEFT is AircraftIQ's four-point recognition method — how it works.
Spot it by:
- Widebody strategic airlifter
- Two large underwing turbofans
- High swept wing over bulky hold
Identify it by the fat fuselage, high swept wing carrying two large turbofans on pylons, a rear loading ramp and a tall swept fin.
Specifications
- The C-X (C-2) has a length of 43.9 m (144 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 44.4 m (146 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 890 km/h (553 mph).
- Typical crew: 3.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
Developed alongside the P-X maritime patrol aircraft to share technology, the C-X first flew in 2010 after some delays. It was ordered into production for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force as the C-2.
Variants
The baseline C-2 transport has spawned an RC-2 electronic-intelligence variant, and the airframe was offered for export in civil freighter form. All share the same high-wing, twin-jet layout.
Where you'll see it
It equips the JASDF as its long-range airlifter; the RAF's comparable strategic transport needs are met by the larger Airbus A400M and C-17.
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- P-X (P-1)
- OH-1 Ninja
- T-4
- Kawasaki Ki-100
- Boeing 767-200BDSF
- Bombardier Global 6000
- Progress Rysachok
- Shaanxi Y-9
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