KC-130B
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The KC-130B is a variant of the C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft, specifically modified for aerial refueling operations. It is equipped with underwing refueling pods, allowing it to refuel other aircraft using the probe-and-drogue method.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| Introduced | 1962 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 644 km/h |
| Range | 3,800 km |
| Crew | 5 |
| Weight | 61.2 t |
History
Developed in the United States in 1962, it served as an early variant of the C-130 Hercules adapted for tanker roles.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 1 | confirmed |
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