Can't we give them 4 of our C130Js that sit on the ground U/S most of the time?
Which of the hard working fleet are you talking about? Whilst I realise that you're being 'funny' that sort of comment is straight out of the 'K v J' thread of yesteryear and doesn't relate to the worth of an aircraft that's just been extended in service by the RAF for precisely the same reason that the FAF are looking to procure it - because the A400M isn't yet able to carry out its intended tactical role in both air forces.