KC-130 Hercules vs S-2 Tracker
The KC-130 Hercules and the S-2 Tracker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Grumman respectively. Top speed is 670 km/h for the KC-130 Hercules vs 450 km/h for the S-2 Tracker. The KC-130 Hercules has an operational range of 5,250 km vs 2,172 km for the S-2 Tracker. The KC-130 Hercules operates at altitudes up to 8,534 m compared to 6,706 m for the S-2 Tracker. At 79,379 kg MTOW, the KC-130 Hercules is 6.7x the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg. The KC-130 Hercules has been produced in 124 units vs 1,284 for the S-2 Tracker. The S-2 Tracker first flew 8 years before the KC-130 Hercules (1952 vs 1960).
| 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 carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, notably used in the Vietnam and Korean Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 4 November 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 1284 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 | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,172 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,706 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,860 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,308 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,137 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The KC-130 Hercules is faster with a maximum speed of 670 km/h compared to the S-2 Tracker's 450 km/h, a difference of 220 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The KC-130 Hercules has a longer range at 5,250 km compared to the S-2 Tracker's 2,172 km.
Which can fly higher, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The KC-130 Hercules has a higher service ceiling at 8,534 meters (27,998 ft) compared to the S-2 Tracker's 6,706 meters (22,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The KC-130 Hercules has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 79,379 kg compared to the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg.
Which is larger, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The KC-130 Hercules is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the S-2 Tracker's 13.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker entered service first in 1954, 8 years before the KC-130 Hercules which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KC-130 Hercules or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has been produced in greater numbers with 1,284 units compared to 124 units of the KC-130 Hercules.