Lockheed Martin KC-130 Hercules
Summary
| Category | Other aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| First flight | 1 January 1960 |
| Year of introduction | 1962 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
Description
The Lockheed Martin KC-130 Hercules is a military aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin. It is an extended-range tanker variant of the C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft. The KC-130 Hercules has been a vital asset to various air forces around the world, serving primarily in aerial refueling operations and tactical airlift missions. Equipped with aerial refueling pods and other necessary equipment, the KC-130 Hercules is capable of providing in-flight refueling to other aircraft during missions, enhancing their combat endurance. Additionally, it can transport personnel, cargo, and equipment to remote locations, making it a versatile and reliable platform for military operations. The KC-130 Hercules is widely deployed worldwide, supporting military forces in their missions across various theaters of operation.
Technical specifications
| Version: KC-130J | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 670 km/h (416 mph) |
| Wing area | 162 m² (1743.8 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m (132.7 ft) |
| Height | 11.6 m (38.1 ft) |
| Length | 29.8 m (97.9 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 8534 m (27999 ft) |
| Empty weight | 34274 kg (75561 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 79379 kg (175001 lbs) |
| Takeoff distance | 953 m (3127 ft) |
| Powerplant | 4 × turboprops Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 delivering 4474 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
United States | 74 (+20) | |
|
Saudi Arabia | 9 (+3) | |
|
Singapore | 5 | |
|
Canada | 4 | |
|
Israel | 4 | |
|
Malaysia | 4 | |
|
Chile | 3 | |
|
Kuwait | 3 | |
|
Argentina | 2 | |
|
Brazil | 2 | |
|
France | 2 | |
|
Italy | 2 | |
|
Japan | 2 | |
|
Morocco | 2 | |
|
Peru | 2 | |
|
Uruguay | 2 | |
|
Indonesia | 1 | |
|
Sweden | 1 | |
|
Germany | 0 (+3) | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.