Coulson Aviation Lockheed C-130 Hercules performing aerial firefighting duty with underbelly retardant tanks visible.
© Hellcat007
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Spotter's notes
Not a great photo but Coulson Aviation's C-130 Large Air Tanker flew over my house while undertaking bushfire suppression efforts
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
C130
Model
C-130 Hercules
Manufacturer
Lockheed
Airline
Coulson Aviation
Livery
Coulson Aviation / Firebomber livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Allison T56-A-15 turboprop
Thrust
Each engine: ~4,600 shp
Wingspan
40.4 meters
Length
29.8 meters
Height
11.6 meters
MTOW
70,307 kg
Range
3,800 km (varies by role/load)
Capacity
Standard: Up to 92 troops or >18,000 kg cargo; air tanker: large internal retardant tanks
Cruise Speed
540 km/h
Noise Rating
Approx. 87 dB (Varies; military cargo/legacy design, non-ICAO commercial standard)