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| HC-130 Hercules, U.S. Coast Guard |
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Length: 14 1/2"
Wingspan: 19 1/2"
Scale: 1/80
Includes desk stand.
The HC-130 is an extended-range, search and rescue (SAR) and combat search and rescue (CSAR) version of the C-130 Hercules transport. HC-130H and HC-130J versions are operated by the United States Coast Guard in a SAR and maritime reconnaissance role and the HC-130N and HC-130P/N models are operated by the United States Air Force, who use the aircraft in both SAR and CSAR roles for long range search and to extend the range of combat search and rescue helicopters by providing air refueling and to execute on scene CSAR command and control.
The USCG operates 27 HC-130H aircraft from five bases around the United States: CGAS Sacramento (former McClellan AFB), CGAS Clearwater, CGAS Elizabeth City, CGAS Kodiak and CGAS Barbers Point . The aircraft are used for search and rescue, enforcement of laws and treaties, illegal drug interdiction, marine environmental protection, military readiness, International Ice Patrol missions, as well as cargo and personnel transport. The service also currently operates an additional 6 HC-130J aircraft from CGAS Elizabeth City.
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