Lockheed MC-130 Combat Talon I / II Special Forces Transport (1966)
In service since the Vietnam War, the Combat Talon series of aircraft has served in a multitude of mission types and is still in operational service today.
Though similar in many ways, each Combat Talon variant is made different by its internal computer and avionics packages. The Combat Talon I was, however, designed in the 1960's while the Combat Talon II represents a much improved version of that base platform though both operate in similar roles. The Combat Talon series is powered by the Allison series T56-A-15 turboprop engines, two mounted to each wing high and away from ground activity when landed. Entry is available through the large rear-opening cargo door and the cargo hold can sustain personnel in the following numbers:
MC-130E: 53 troops OR 26 paratroopers PLUS standard crew of 9 personnel.
MC-130H: 77 troops OR 52 paratroopers. This variant is also listed to carry some 57 medical litter patients in place of operational forces personnel PLUS standard crew of 7 personnel.
The MC-130 maintains an operational range of up to 4,344 kilometers, though this can be made indefinite with inflight refueling capabilities. Crews are aided by full terrain avoidance radar systems, all-weather capabilities and global positioning systems and both aircraft feature extensive systems designed to identify and react to any potential threats to the aircraft from ground forces.
the MC-130E appeared in 1966, seeing combat action in the skies over Vietnam. This system was also present in the unsuccessful operation to free American hostages held in Iran in 1980. Later, the system served Airborne Ranger operatives well in the war in Grenada of 1983, in the first Persian Gulf War and, more recently, in Afghanistan and Iraq. The MC-130H began operating in 1992 and has seen action in Liberia, Republic of the Congo, Kosovo/Bosnia and in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Besides serving special forces and non-combatants alike, the MC-130 Combat Talon can also deliver bombs from the rear cargo hold, leaflets and can provide inflight refueling services to other aircraft. Text ©2003-2013 www.MilitaryFactory.com • All Rights Reserved • No Reproduction Permitted
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Specifications for the
Lockheed MC-130 Combat Talon I / II
Special Forces Transport
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin - USA
Initial Year of Service: 1966
Production: 30
Focus Model: Lockheed MC-130 Combat Talon II
Crew: 7 + 77
Length: 99.74ft (30.4m)
Width: 132.55ft (40.40m)
Height: 38.39ft (11.70m)
Weight (Empty): 0lbs (0kg)
Weight (MTOW): 153,772lbs (69,750kg)
Powerplant: 4 x Allison T56-A-15 turboprop engines delivering 4,910 shaft horsepower each.
Maximum Speed: 300mph (482kmh; 260kts)
Maximum Range: 2,699miles (4,344km)
Service Ceiling: 32,808ft (10,000m; 6.2miles)
Rate-of-Climb: 0 feet per minute (0m/min)
Hardpoints: 0
Armament Suite:
None.
Variants:
C-130 "Hercules" - Base Airframe
MC-130E - Special Forces conversion aircraft based on the C-130 airframe; appeared in 1966.
MC-130H - "Improved" MC-130; crew decreased by two; redesigned flight deck; updated controls and systems; increased passenger capacity; multi-role operation; appeared in 1992; 7 crew.
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