How to spot it
A high-wing four-turboprop freighter with an upswept tail and rear ramp, main wheels in fuselage side fairings and a blunt nose.
Often confused with
Airbus A400M Atlas
The A400M has scimitar propellers turning in opposite pairs and a bigger fuselage; the C-130's props are straight.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules vs Airbus A400M Atlas: side by sideDid you know
The C-130 has been in production since the 1950s, longer than any other military aircraft.
Details
| Maker | Lockheed |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | C130 |
| First flight | 1954 |
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