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Lockheed · C130 · IATA LOH

Lockheed C-130 Hercules specs, size & range

The Lockheed C-130 Hercules (ICAO code C130, IATA LOH) is a landplane with 4 turboprop engines in the medium wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 4 turboprop engines Wake category: Medium Turboprops
Lockheed C-130 Hercules
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C-130 Hercules specifications

Approach speed
129 kn (239 km/h)
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The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is a landplane with 4 turboprop engines built by Lockheed. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code C130, while airline timetables and booking sites use the IATA code LOH. It belongs to the medium wake-turbulence category.

C-130 Hercules speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 129 knots (239 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the C-130 Hercules

Comparable turboprops include ATR 72-600, Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules, Tupolev Tu-4 and Airbus Defence and Space CN235.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Lockheed C-130 Hercules?

C130 (IATA code: LOH) — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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