C-1

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.

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