EADS CASA C-295

The medium transport aircraft built for tactical military and special missions.

Overview

Airbus France ICAO: C295 1997–Present Active $28 million (2013)

The EADS CASA C-295 is a twin-engine turboprop transport designed for tactical airlift. Introduced in the late 1990s, it serves military and government operators worldwide. The aircraft emphasizes short-field capability and mission flexibility.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127G
Engine type
Turboprop
Power
2 × 2,644 shp · 1,972 kW
Avionics
Honeywell RDR-1400C weather radar
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
71
Crew
—
Cabin width
8 ft 10 in  ·  2.70 m
Cabin height
6 ft 3 in  ·  1.90 m
Cabin length
41 ft 8 in  ·  12.70 m
Exterior length
80 ft 3 in  ·  24.46 m
Tail height
28 ft 5 in  ·  8.66 m
Fuselage diameter
10 ft 2 in  ·  3.10 m
Wing span
84 ft 8 in  ·  25.81 m
Baggage volume
2,013 ft³  ·  57.0 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
51,000 lb  ·  23,200 kg
Max landing weight
45,600 lb  ·  20,700 kg
Max payload
20,400 lb  ·  9,250 kg
Fuel capacity
2,000 gal · 7,600 L · 6,100 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
260 kt  ·  299 mph  ·  482 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
175 kt  ·  201 mph  ·  324 km/h
Range
2,600 nm  ·  2,990 mi  ·  4,820 km
Fuel burn
—
Ceiling
25,000 ft  ·  7,600 m
Rate of climb
2,000 ft/min  ·  10 m/s
Takeoff distance
2,750 ft  ·  840 m
Landing distance
1,380 ft  ·  420 m
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Operational Context

EADS CASA C-295 — tactical twin-turboprop transport

The C-295 first flew in 1997 and entered service in 2001. It was developed as a larger derivative of the CN-235, featuring increased payload and range. The high-wing configuration and rear loading ramp allow rapid cargo and troop transport operations.

Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127G turboprop engines producing approximately 2,645 shaft horsepower each, the C-295 cruises at around 260 knots (482 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 51,000 pounds (23,200 kg). The aircraft can carry up to 71 troops or equivalent cargo loads.

The C-295 is widely used for airlift, maritime patrol, and surveillance missions. Its adaptability has resulted in numerous specialized variants. The aircraft remains in production and active service globally.