C-130 HERCULES

The C-130 Hercules is famed for its durability and versatility, and during its long service has established itself as the backbone of world militaries. Since its first introduction over 40 models and variants of the Hercules have been produced and are used today by more than 60 nations worldwide.

The need for a new heavy-lifting military transport first became a priority of the American military during the Korean War. Here, troops and materiel needed to be transported, often landing on small, poorly maintained airstrips. Though Lockheed Martin began developing a prototype