Lockheed C-141 Starlifter
Military
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The Lockheed C-141 Starlifter revolutionized strategic airlift when it debuted, offering pressurized cargo capacity across 4,723 kilometers at 912 km/h. Its five-crew configuration, 51.3-meter length, 48.8-meter wingspan, and four-engine reliability made it the definitive Cold War heavy transport.
Specifications
- Role
- Strategic airlifter
- Origin
- United States
- Crew
- 5
- Engines
- 4
- Length
- 51.3 m
- Wingspan
- 48.8 m
- Max speed
- 912 km/h
- Range
- 4,723 km