EC-130 Commando Solo vs RC-135 Rivet Joint
American electronic operations aircraft, deployed extensively during conflicts from Vietnam to recent operations in the Middle East. | |
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Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
First flight | 1 January 1957 |
Year of introduction | 1975 |
Number produced | 14 units |
Average unit price | $150 million |
American reconnaissance aircraft, routinely deployed since the Cold War era, esteemed for its crucial surveillance roles worldwide. | |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
Manufacturer | Boeing |
First flight | 1 January 1972 |
Year of introduction | 1961 |
Number produced | 32 units |
Average unit price | $-- million |
Wing area | 162.0 m² |
Wingspan | 40.3 m |
Height | 11.8 m |
Length | 29.7 m |
Maximum speed | 671 km/h |
Service ceiling | 8,534 m |
Max. takeoff weight | 74,389 kg |
Empty weight | 34,274 kg |
Total thrust | 4 x 4,474 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of EC-130 Commando Solo by US Air Force.