KC-130 Hercules vs King Air 90
The KC-130 Hercules and the King Air 90 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Beechcraft respectively. Top speed is 670 km/h for the KC-130 Hercules vs 494 km/h for the King Air 90. The KC-130 Hercules has an operational range of 5,250 km vs 2,446 km for the King Air 90. The KC-130 Hercules operates at altitudes up to 8,534 m compared to 7,574 m for the King Air 90. At 79,379 kg MTOW, the KC-130 Hercules is 15:1 the King Air 90's 5,352 kg. The KC-130 Hercules has been produced in 124 units vs 3,100 for the King Air 90. The KC-130 Hercules first flew 4 years before the King Air 90 (1960 vs 1964).
| American military transport aircraft, noted for tactical refueling and cargo application, extensively operational during Cold War era and beyond. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| American twin-turboprop aircraft, prominently deployed for utility, corporate, and military purposes from the 1960s onward. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 1 January 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 3100 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 162.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 670 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 79,379 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 34,274 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,474 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 494 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,446 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,574 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,352 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,217 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 626 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules is faster with a maximum speed of 670 km/h compared to the King Air 90's 494 km/h, a difference of 176 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules has a longer range at 5,250 km compared to the King Air 90's 2,446 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules has a higher service ceiling at 8,534 meters (27,998 ft) compared to the King Air 90's 7,574 meters (24,849 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 79,379 kg compared to the King Air 90's 5,352 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the King Air 90's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The KC-130 Hercules entered service first in 1962, 2 years before the King Air 90 which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-130 Hercules or King Air 90?
The King Air 90 has been produced in greater numbers with 3,100 units compared to 124 units of the KC-130 Hercules.