A330 MRTT

Mission enabler

A key asset for supporting all types of Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) operations and long range deployments.

More fuel offload

Maximum fuel Offload to a wide range of receivers. Up to 70 (154, 000 lbs) tonnes of fuel during a 1 hour loitering mission over a distance of 1,250 nm (add km) from take-off.

More payload

Up to 45 tonnes (99,000 lbs) of payload, of which 37 tonnes (82,000 lbs) of cargo.

More transport capacity

Up to 300 Pax with airline comfort.

More range

Up to 8,700nm (16,000km) of range for global coverage.

A330 MRTT Overview

The Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) is the new generation strategic tanker aircraft of choice for the world's leading air forces. The A330 MRTT is the most capable and combat-proven tanker available today, providing unmatched flexibility in air-to-air refuelling (AAR), VIP, personnel and cargo transport, and aeromedical evacuation (MedEvac) missions.

Based on the highly successful A330 widebody airliner, the A330 MRTT Family includes the A330 MRTT+ based on the A330neo, the newest version of the A330.

New generation and combat proven tanker

The A330 MRTT is the perfect replacement for older strategic tankers with increased range, payload and fuel offload capabilities for unmatched mission flexibility and versatility.

The tankers of choice: Chosen by 18 nations including Australia, Canada, France, NATO - Multinational MRTT Fleet (Germany, Netherlands, Luxemburg, Norway, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Sweden), South Korea, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom.

Since its entry into service several customers have repeated orders among them Australia, France, NATO - Multinational MRTT Fleet, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates.

A330 MRTT+

The natural evolution of the MRTT

The A330 MRTT+ represents the natural evolution in the successful A330 MRTT programme, leveraging on more than 14 years of expertise and proven capabilities.

Enhanced aerodynamics

Optimized wing aerodynamics, featuring a longer wingspan and a new blended wingtip device. Reduced fuel burn and longer range.

Latest generation propulsion system

The A330 MRTT+ is powered by the Rolls Royce Trent 7000 engines. Lower fuel burn, lower CO2 and NOx emissions, less noise.

Improved cabin experience

The A330 MRTT+ benefits from the A330neo’s upgraded cabin design, including more overhead stowage, and a more comfortable and quiet cabin.

New Weight Variant

The Maximum Take-off Weight (MTOW) of the A330 MRTT+ is increased to 242 tonnes, delivering longer range and greater flexibility to operators.

Multi role capability

The best all-in-one solution with unmatched flexibility and versatility to support a wide range of missions:

Air to Air Refuelling

Equipped with state-of-the-art operational and proven enhanced vision system, AAR refuelling boom and AAR under-wing pod systems:

AAR boom fuel flow rate up to a maximum of 3,600 kg/min – 1,200 US gal/min
Under wing PODS fuel offload rate 1,300 kg/min – 420 US gal/min-

Air transport of personnel

The ability to transport large numbers of troops and cargo with the speed, range and comfort of an airliner. Versatile interior configurations ranging from seating up to 300 passengers to complex VIP customisations.

Cargo transport

Cargo is conveniently stored in the lower hold in a variety of handling options, including military NATO pallets, civilian unit load devices and pallets.

The A330 MRTT has two lower deck cargo compartments (forward and aft) and a rear bulk area.

Aeromedical evacuation

During relief operations, medical care can be provided simultaneously with the transport of troops and cargo. Flexible MedEvac cabin arrangements with layouts for up to 40 stretchers, 20 medical staff seats and 100 passengers.

Combat proven

The tanker of choice with over:

More than 340.000 flight hours
More than 310.000 AAR contacts

Combat proven since 2014 and fully interoperable with a wide range of receivers including variants:

Boom : E3, F-16, F-15, C-17, F-35A, E-7A, A-10C, F-22, P-8A, B1-B, B-2A, B-52H.
Hose and drogue: F-18, Tornado, Rafale, M2000, F-35B, Eurofighter Typhoon, AV-8B, JAS 39, etc.

Pioneering spirit, leadership in innovation and new developments

Automatic AAR (A3R)

The first tanker in the world with boom A3R capability. Certified and proven in service since 2022. A3R reduces workload, improves safety and optimises AAR operations.

Enhanced connectivity and more

Leveraging on Airbus experience and capabilities in multi-domain operations, the A330 MRTT offers scalable solutions to turn it into a battlefield communications, surveillance, C2 and intelligence node, while enhancing the aircraft’s survivability for any mission.