C-130J Super Hercules

DCS WORLD - QUICK REFERENCE

V-SPEEDS
SpeedValueDescription
Vr100-120 ktsRotation (weight dependent)
V2110-130 ktsTakeoff safety speed
Vapp130-150 ktsApproach (weight dependent)
Vref~120-140 ktsLanding reference speed
Vle200 ktsMax gear extended/transit
Vfe (50%)200 ktsMax flaps 50%
Vfe (Full)150 ktsMax flaps 100%
Vmax362 ktsNever exceed (level flight)
POWER SETTINGS
PhaseSetting
TakeoffMAX power - full throttle all 4
ClimbTIT 932 C (max continuous)
CruiseTIT ~900 C / ~290-320 kts
DescentReduce gradually - avoid rapid cooling
ApproachManage power for ~500-700 fpm descent
ReverseBeta range after touchdown
FLAP SCHEDULE
SettingMax SpeedUse
0% (UP)AnyCruise / Climb
50% (Takeoff)<= 200 ktsTakeoff / Initial approach
100% (Full)<= 150 ktsLanding
ENGINE LIMITS
ParameterValue
Max TIT (Takeoff)1,083 C
Max TIT (Continuous)932 C
Max Torque2,348 Nm
Max Prop RPM1,020 RPM (governed)
Oil Pressure (Normal)40-65 PSI
Start TIT Limit300 C max during start
FADECDual channel - single lever control
KEY NUMBERS
ParameterValue
Fuel Capacity45,900 lb (20,800 kg)
Fuel Burn (cruise)~2,400-3,500 lb/hr per engine
Max Takeoff Weight155,000 lb (70,307 kg)
Max Payload45,000 lb (20,412 kg)
Takeoff Roll (normal)~3,290 ft sea level
Takeoff Roll (assault)~1,800 ft max effort
Landing Roll~1,400 ft with reverse
Cruise Speed290-320 kts (Mach 0.58-0.64)
Max Operating Altitude28,000 ft (with max payload)
Cargo Compartment41 ft x 10 ft x 9 ft