Lockheed C-130 Hercules

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A RCAF Lockheed C-130 Hercules at the RAF Cosford Airshow on 14th June 2026

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Lockheed C-130 Hercules (L-382/EC-130/QC-130)

Aircraft

C-130 Hercules C130

Military grey, likely Royal Canadian Air Force

Airline

Royal Canadian Air Force (likely, based on tail insignia)

Manufacturer

Lockheed

Gear

iPhone 17 pro max iPhone 17 pro max mp fusion main

Achievements

Cargo King, Turboprop Tracker, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Score: 65.0

Silhouette is bold, but aircraft is underexposed and details are lost in shadow; try shooting with better light.

Insights

Aviation History

The C-130 Hercules is one of the world\'s most successful military transport aircraft, in continuous production since the 1950s.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare; more than 2500 built and hundreds still active worldwide.

Record Flights

Operated worldwide for tactical airlift, airdrop, and humanitarian missions.

Safety & Events

Involved in countless missions including disaster relief and military operations; notable for ruggedness.

Future Outlook

Still operational with many air forces, ongoing upgrades.

Specifications

Allison T56-A-15 turboprop

Engine

40.4 meters

Wingspan

29.8 meters

Length

3,800 kilometers

Range

540 kilometers per hour

Speed

Up to 92 passengers, 64 airborne troops, or 19,000 kg of cargo

Capacity

70,307 kilograms

MTOW

11.9 meters

Height

4 × 3805 kW (5100 shp) each

Thrust

Typically ICAO Chapter 3 (older gen), approx. 90 dB takeoff

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