HC-130 Hercules Specifications

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Manufacturer: Lockheed
Wing Span: 132’ 7"
Wing Area: 1,734 square feet
Height: 38’ 3"
Length: 97’ 9"
Max Gross Weight: 175,000 lbs
Empty Weight: 76,780 lbs
Number Engines: 4
Propulsion Type: Allison T56-A15 Turboprop
Fuel Capacity: 62,900 lbs
Max Endurance: 14 hrs
Max Speed: 330 knots
Cruising Speed: 290 knots
Max Range: 4,500 nautical miles
Radius of Action: 1,600 nautical miles
Service Ceiling: 33,000 feet above sea level
Number of Pilots: 2
Number Flight Crew: 5
Number of Operational Aircraft: 26
Number of Storage or Support Aircraft: 4
Total Number of Aircraft: 30

The HC-130 Hercules is a long-range surveillance and transport, fixed-wing aircraft that is used to perform search and rescue, enforcement of laws and treaties including illegal drug interdiction, marine environmental protection, military readiness, International Ice Patrol missions, as well as cargo and personnel transport.

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