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AC-130J

Transport Aircraftconfirmed

AC-130J

The AC-130J Ghostrider is a heavily armed, long-endurance, ground-attack aircraft based on the C-130J Super Hercules airframe. It provides close air support, air interdiction, and force protection for ground troops.

Specifications

TypeTransport Aircraft
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerLockheed Martin
Introduced2017
StatusIn service
Speed671 km/h
Range4,800 km
Crew7
Weight74.39 t

History

Developed by Lockheed Martin in the US, it entered service in 2017 as an upgrade to the AC-130 fleet.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
United States28confirmed

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