Hercules X-9 series

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:armament gptkb:none
gptkbp:capacity up to 92 troops
gptkbp:crew 2
gptkbp:development Lockheed C-130 program
gptkbp:engine_type turboprop
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1954
gptkbp:height 38 ft 10 in
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Hercules X-9 series
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:World_War_II_transport_aircraft
gptkbp:introduced gptkb:1955
gptkbp:length 97 ft 9 in
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Lockheed_Martin
gptkbp:max_speed 336 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 140,000 lb
gptkbp:notable_features high-wing design
short takeoff and landing capabilities
large cargo hold
versatile mission capabilities
rear ramp for loading
gptkbp:range 2,400 nautical miles
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:military_logistics
environmental monitoring
cargo transport
logistical support
disaster relief operations
search and rescue missions
aerial surveillance
aerial refueling
training missions
scientific research missions
humanitarian aid missions
special operations missions
paratrooper operations
medical evacuation missions
transporting heavy equipment
supporting ground troops
airdrop missions
gptkbp:retired 1990s
gptkbp:role gptkb:military_logistics
gptkbp:service_ceiling 25,000 ft
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Lockheed_C-130_Hercules
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
gptkbp:variant gptkb:C-130_B
gptkb:C-130_H
gptkb:C-130_A
gptkb:C-130_E
gptkb:C-130_J
gptkbp:wingspan 132 ft 7 in
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Hercules_X-9
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5