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TP400-D6

MTU developed the TP400-D6 military turboprop engine jointly with ITP, Rolls-Royce and Safran Aircraft Engines. The partners have launched a joint company, Europrop International (EPI), to develop, manufacture and support the TP400-D6.

The TP400-D6 powers the Airbus A400M military transport, which completed its maiden flight in Spain's Seville in late 2009. The TP400-D6 entered into service with the French Air Force in late 2013.

To fulfill the unique requirements of the A400M, the TP400-D6 features advanced aerodynamic and component design, low fuel burn and weight, efficiency over a wide operating range from extended low-level flights to high-speed cruise and integrated engine and propeller control.

MTU is responsible for the TP400-D6’s intermediate-pressure compressor, intermediate-pressure turbine and intermediate-pressure shaft and has a stake in the engine control unit. Furthermore, final assembly of all TP400-D6 production engines takes place at MTU Aero Engines in Munich and acceptance testing at MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg at the world’s only production test stand for A400M engines.

 

Facts

  • EIS: 2013
  • Three-shaft turboprop with a power of 11,000 shp
  • Most powerful western turboprop
  • Low life-cycle cost
  • EASA civil type certification for the engine
  • Modular design
  • Component life as per commercial standards

MTU competencies

Partners

  • ITP Aero
  • Rolls-Royce 
  • Safran Aircraft Engines 

Application

  • Airbus A400M

Technical Data

Power 
(at sea level)
11,000 shp
Pressure ratio25:1
Length138 in
Propeller diameter210 in
Weight4,189 lbs

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