The C-130B model was developed to complement the A-models that had previously been delivered, and incorporated new features, particularly increased fuel capacity in the form of auxiliary tanks built into the center wing section and an AC electrical system.

The C-130B introduced Allison T56-A-7 turboprop engines and the first of 134 entered Air Force service in May 1959. Introduced in August of 1962, the 389 C-130Es that were ordered using the same Allison T56-A-7 engine, but added two 1,290 gallon external fuel tanks and an increased maximum takeoff weight capability.

Dec 18, 2018 · Lockheed C-130B Hercules. Crew: 6 or 7; Engine: Four T56-A-7 turboprops, 4,050 horsepower each; Wingspan: 132 ft., 7 in. Length: 97 ft., 8 in. Load: 35,000 lbs. Max takeoff weight: 135,000 lbs. Max speed: 383 mph; Cruising …

Lockheed Martin has updated the design of the C-130 multiple times since 1954: Aug. 1954: First flight of YC-130A at Burbank, Calif. Dec. 1956: C-130A enters service (231 delivered) Nov. 1958: C-130B enters service (230 delivered) June 1961: C-130E enters service (491 delivered)

May 29, 2024 · C-130B. The C-130B variant introduced several improvements over its predecessor, including more powerful Allison T56-A-7 turboprop engines and a redesigned cargo compartment with a higher payload capacity. It also had an increased range and improved performance in hot and high-altitude environments.

This C-130 has a storied history, beginning as the second B model manufactured by Lockheed. Starting in 1960, this C-130 served at Edwards Air Force Base, California, where it supported jet-assisted take-off (JATO) testing. Then, in May 1973, it served at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii.

Jul 7, 2011 · The C-130B introduced Allison T56-A-7 turboprops and the first of 134 entered Air Force service in April-June 1959. The B model carries additional fuel in the wings, and has upgraded engines...

First RNZAF C-130H Hercules aircraft retires to Air Force Museum In what was quite a sight for people in Christchurch today, No. 40 Squadron has safely delivered #NZ7001, the first C-130H Hercules flown by the RNZAF, to the Air Force Museum in Wigram.

Apr 6, 2011 · With a high-mounted wing to maximize cargo space and a hydraulically-operated ramp at the rear of the fuselage, the C-130 set the standard layout for all future cargo aircraft. The initial C-130A was so popular with pilots and capable of such exceptional performance that the basic airframe was soon adapted to numerous other tasks.

The C-130B introduced Allison T56-A-7 turboprop engines and the first of 134 entered Air Force service in May 1959. Introduced in August of 1962, the 389 C-130Es that were ordered using the same Allison T56-A-7 engine, but adding two 1,290 gallon external fuel tanks and an increased maximum takeoff weight capability.