The Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules is an American four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft. The C-130J is a comprehensive update of the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, with new engines, flight deck, and other systems. The C-130J is the newest version of the C-130 Hercules, and the only model currently in production.

The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 fleet and has replaced aging C-130Es and some of the high time C-130Hs. The C-130J incorporates state-of-the-art technology, which reduces manpower requirements, lowers operating and support costs, and provides life-cycle cost savings over earlier C-130 models.

When it comes to tactical airlift, the C-130J Super Hercules is in a league of its own. Retired U.S. Air Force General of the Air Mobility Command, Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, breaks down why the Super Herc is the best option for the toughest missions.

The C-130J-30 is a stretch version of the C-130J, a proven, highly reliable and affordable airlifter. The C-130J-30 adds 15 feet to the fuselage, increasing usable space (two more pallets of equipment) in the cargo compartment.

The C-130J-30 is the most common cargo configuration used by air forces worldwide. The KC-130J is a short-body model with an integrated air-to-air refueling system. The C-130J-SOF configuration adds sensors and weapons for an international Special Operations aircraft. The LM-100J is newest production variant of the C-130J Super Hercules.

The C-130J is a comprehensive update of the venerable Lockheed C-130 Hercules, with new engines, flight deck, and other systems. The Hercules family has the longest continuous production run of any military aircraft in history.

The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 fleet and will replace aging C-130Hs. The C-130J incorporates state-of-the-art technology to reduce manpower requirements, lower operating and support costs, and provides life-cycle cost savings over earlier C-130 models.

Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules Specs, Engines, Cockpit, and Price – The C-130J Super Hercules is the latest model, featuring a glass cockpit, digital avionics and a new propulsion system with a six-bladed propeller.

1 day ago · Raytheon has been awarded a $100-million contract to conduct essential maintenance on a key component of the US Air Force’s HC-130J Combat King II personnel recovery aircraft. The contract covers the retrofitting and repair of the AN/AAS-54 electro-optical/infrared system and its subsystems, which are critical to the aircraft’s performance.

These interesting details illustrate the versatility and enduring relevance of one of the most recognizable aircraft in the sky: The C-130J Super Hercules. 1. The C-130 family represents the...