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A dramatic view of an Airbus A400M Atlas banking under heavy skies—a modern European powerhouse for tactical and strategic airlift.
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Spotter's notes
Distinctive for its eight-bladed propellers and high-lift, high-capacity tactical role.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
A400
Model
A400M Atlas
Manufacturer
Airbus Defence and Space
Livery
Military (likely air force, grey camouflage)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Europrop International TP400-D6 turboprop (x4)
Thrust
Each engine produces approximately 11,000 shp
Wingspan
42.4 meters
Length
45.1 meters
Height
14.7 meters
MTOW
141,000 kg
Range
3,300 km (with max payload)
Capacity
Up to 116 fully equipped troops or 37 tonnes of cargo
Cruise Speed
780 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, noise varies (typically around 85-94 dB on takeoff)