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Military Aircraft
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| The C-27A Spartan is a twin turboprop engine aircraft designed to meet Air Force requirements for a rugged, medium size air-land transport. The aircraft is particularly suited for short-to-medium range tactical operations into semi-prepared airfields as short as 1,800 feet. The C-27A is an all-weather, day/night transport with capabilities to perform medical evacuation missions. |
TECHNICAL DATA
| Description | Specifications |
| Manufacturer: Lockheed Co. | Length: 74 ft. 5.5 in. |
| First Flight: September 24, 1999. | Height: 32 ft. 8.1 in. |
| Model: J | Wing Span: 94 ft. 2 in. |
| Crew: Two or three + loadmaster, accommodation for 46 troops or 40 paratroopers. | Wing Area: |
| Nickname: Spartan. | Empty Weight: 39,500 lb. |
| Basic Role: Tactical medium transport. | Max. Weight: 56,878 lb. |
| Other Versions: Only the basic C-27J | Armament: none. |
| Principal User: Italian Air Force. |
Propulsion |
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Performance |
Power Plant: Roll-Royce Allison AF2 |
| Range: 1,727 miles. | Horsepower: 4,640 eshp six-blade propellers |
| Max. Speed: 303 mph. | No. Of Engines: Two |
| Ceiling: 25,000 ft. | |
| Climb Rate: |
