Unrivaled Interoperability: With 26 operators in 22 nations, the C-130J is truly the world’s workhorse. In joining the Super Hercules family, Sweden has access to a network of partners — including seven NATO C-130J operators and 50% of Nordic air force operators — that facilitates true force amplification, unmatched training opportunities, knowledge transfer and continued platform innovation at scale.
Transparent Acquisition: The U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program offers a number of benefits for Sweden, including overt transparency throughout all phases of acquisition; access to ongoing C-130J technological evolution and innovation; established training with U.S. C-130J schools, resources and experts; and robust sustainment options.
Low-Risk: The global fleet of 530+ C-130Js has surpassed 2.6 million flight hours, providing established insights gained from missions flown in every environment, in every scenario. These hours provide validated data that translates to reduced life cycle costs and higher aircraft availability. Additionally, the SwAF’s existing Hercules infrastructure and knowledge base seamlessly support a Super Hercules fleet modernization with minimal downtime for crews and maintainers.
Sustainable Solution: The C-130J-30 emits 20% less CO2 for the same mission and 40% less CO2 per-flight hour compared to other medium tactical airlifters, resulting in a significant reduction in fuel burn, cost and carbon emissions over the Super Hercules’ lifecycle. In addition, C-130J has already demonstrated its use of biofuel blends, further reducing carbon emissions compared to conventional jet fuel.
Continued Innovation: Lockheed Martin and the C-130J operator community are committed to continually evolving the Super Hercules’ performance capabilities. Investments from Lockheed Martin and operators drive the C-130J Block Upgrade program, incremental powerplant improvements, aircraft modifications and new production variants to meet the evolving airspace and mission needs.
Advanced Technology: The C-130J incorporates state-of-the-art technology, which reduces manpower requirements, lowers operating and support costs, and provides life-cycle cost savings over earlier C-130 models. Advanced flight deck avionics provide outstanding situational awareness, reduced crew workload, increased efficiencies and modern safety features to protect and guide flight crews through challenging conditions. Coupled with the C-130J’s 18 certified multi-mission versatility, the Super Hercules’ inherent versatility also reduces Sweden’s need for multiple platforms that require additional and separate infrastructure, crews, maintainers and supply chains.
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