C-130 Hercules vs Short 360

Overview

The C-130 Hercules and the Short 360 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and Short Brothers respectively.

Top speed is 593 km/h for the C-130 Hercules vs 404 km/h for the Short 360. The C-130 Hercules has an operational range of 3,800 km vs 1,595 km for the Short 360. The C-130 Hercules operates at altitudes up to 10,058 m compared to 6,100 m for the Short 360. At 70,307 kg MTOW, the C-130 Hercules is 5.7x the Short 360's 12,292 kg.

The C-130 Hercules has been produced in 2,500 units vs 165 for the Short 360. Unit cost is $68M for the C-130 Hercules vs $6.19M for the Short 360. The C-130 Hercules first flew 27 years before the Short 360 (1954 vs 1981).

C-130 Hercules

American military transport aircraft, known for significant roles in Vietnam War and Desert Storm, extensively used for various cargo missions.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 23 August 1954
Year introduced 1956
Number produced 2500 units
Average unit price $68 million
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Short 360

British commuter aircraft, recognized for its mid-1980s production, routinely seen for passenger and freight operations globally.
Short Brothers Short 360 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Short Brothers
First flight 1 June 1981
Year introduced 1982
Number produced 165 units
Average unit price $6.2 million
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C-130 Hercules

Wing area 162.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 40.4 m ◉
Height 11.7 m ◉
Length 29.8 m ◉
Maximum speed 593 km/h ◉
Operational range 3,800 km ◉
Service ceiling 10,058 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 70,307 kg ◉
Empty weight 35,800 kg ◉
Total thrust 4 x 915 kW ◉

Short 360

Wing area 42.1 m² ◉
Wingspan 22.8 m ◉
Height 7.2 m ◉
Length 21.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 404 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,595 km ◉
Service ceiling 6,100 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 12,292 kg ◉
Empty weight 7,870 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 531 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules is faster with a maximum speed of 593 km/h compared to the Short 360's 404 km/h, a difference of 189 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules has a longer range at 3,800 km compared to the Short 360's 1,595 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher service ceiling at 10,058 meters (32,998 ft) compared to the Short 360's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 70,307 kg compared to the Short 360's 12,292 kg.
Which is larger, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the Short 360's 21.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules is more expensive at approximately $68 million per unit compared to the Short 360 at $6.2 million.
Which entered service first, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules entered service first in 1956, 26 years before the Short 360 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-130 Hercules or Short 360?
The C-130 Hercules has been produced in greater numbers with 2,500 units compared to 165 units of the Short 360.

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