The Kawasaki C-2 is a long range, twin-engine transport aircraft. The C-2 is domestically-developed and manufactured, and employs various new aircraft systems, and its deployment by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) began in March 2017. Packed with the most advanced technologies, the C-2 flies faster and achieves greater range than the C-1 and other transport planes owned by the JASDF. With a larger cargo hold than the C-1 it replaces, it can accommodate heavier loads, thereby fulfilling a wide range of missions.
- Country of Origin:
Japan
- First Flight:
January 26, 2010
- Initial Service Date:
March 2016
- No. Built:
7
- No. In Service:
7
- No. of Hardpoints:
0
- Crew:
3