USAF C-130H Hercules Montana ANG Die-Cast Model

The legendary C-130H Hercules

Built in 1996 and initially assigned to the 302nd Airlift Wing of Peterson Air Force Base, this C-130H Hercules has been transferred through several squadrons in the last decade. Utilized for numerous troop transport, cargo, and event defense missions, it has since been transferred to the 186th Airlift Squadron in Montana’s Air National Guard. Based from the Great Falls International Airport in Great Falls, Montana, this reserve squadron was last deployed during 2019 in support of Operation Spartan Shield. Recognized as serial 96-7325, this C-130H has been repainted with the 186th Airlift Wing “Vigilantes” design and bold American flag on the tail.

Features:

– Authentic paint scheme, engraved panel lines, printed decals, antennas, and surface details

– Detailed landing gear

– Rolling wheels

– Opening front stairs and rear cargo doors

– Display stand included

– Rotating propellers

– Measures 6”l with an 8” wingspan at 1:200 scale

– Officially licensed

History and Specifications:

Introduced in 1974 with upgraded Allison T56-A-15 turboprop engines, the C-130H is the second most modern edition of the successful Hercules type. Operated by a crew of 5 onboard, the aircraft can reach speeds of 370 mph, altitude over 33,000 ft, and range up to 2,300 miles. Utilizing the internal cargo hold, 92 passengers, 3 Humvees, 64 troops, or 6 pallets of supplies can be stored onboard. Taking off in less than 3,600 ft with a full 42,000 lb. payload, or just 1,400 ft in empty configuration, the aircraft is well fit for hostile regions which often have unprepared runways.