Hercules Engines

"Ralph Nesbitt" wrote in message
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Lockheed has used some version/model of the Allison T-56 since "1956" on
all
C-130 models. Yes it is called a Allison T-56 because it was a "56 model
Allison Turbine Engine". The same year the C-130 first flew at/from
Marietta, Ga.

There have been numerous improvements made to this basic engine design
over
the years to incorporate new technology, increase power, etc., but the
basic
design remains the same.

The "T 56-15 Model Allison Engine" referred to by Phil, means a Allison
T-56
engine incorporating the 15 th update.

Check the model # of the Allison T-56 engine used on the C-130J. If you do
a
little checking, you will find the T-56-15 engine was used on late C130 E
&
G models.

Tarver you claim to be an "Electrical Engineer". Don't you know better
than
to argue with a person quoting the manual on a given/specified item?
Apparently not.
Ralph Nesbitt
Professional FD/CFR/ARFF Type


Actually, the J has the AE2100D3 engine. The T56 production line was shut
down shortly after the J went into production.
Steve R.

"Steve R." wrote in message
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"Ralph Nesbitt" wrote in message
y.com...

Lockheed has used some version/model of the Allison T-56 since "1956" on
all
C-130 models. Yes it is called a Allison T-56 because it was a "56
model
Allison Turbine Engine". The same year the C-130 first flew at/from
Marietta, Ga.

There have been numerous improvements made to this basic engine design
over
the years to incorporate new technology, increase power, etc., but the
basic
design remains the same.

The "T 56-15 Model Allison Engine" referred to by Phil, means a Allison
T-56
engine incorporating the 15 th update.

Check the model # of the Allison T-56 engine used on the C-130J. If you
do
a
little checking, you will find the T-56-15 engine was used on late C130
E
&
G models.

Tarver you claim to be an "Electrical Engineer". Don't you know better
than
to argue with a person quoting the manual on a given/specified item?
Apparently not.
Ralph Nesbitt
Professional FD/CFR/ARFF Type


Actually, the J has the AE2100D3 engine. The T56 production line was shut
down shortly after the J went into production.
Steve R.

You are correct. The AE2100D3 engine looks similar to the T-56 series,
unless you see them size by side on an engine stand sans prop. The AE2100D3
makes the T-56 engine look like a "Baby" size wise. Thanks for helping
Tarver out. I was waiting for his reaction.
Ralph Nesbitt
Professional FD/CFR/ARFF Type

Ralph Nesbitt wrote:


"Steve R." wrote in message
...

"Ralph Nesbitt" wrote in message
y.com...

Lockheed has used some version/model of the Allison T-56 since "1956"
on
all
C-130 models. Yes it is called a Allison T-56 because it was a "56
model
Allison Turbine Engine". The same year the C-130 first flew at/from
Marietta, Ga.

Hi Guys,
I took some photos of a pair of Hercs last year, both with two different
sets of motors/blades (I'm not a herc-o-phile, so I have no idea)
What are these?

http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...how2003&id=aay
http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...how2003&id=aby
http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...how2003&id=aap
http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...me=airshow2003

Cheers,
Richard

First two are J-models, third looks like an H model. )
Steve R.


"Richard Stewart" wrote in message
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Ralph Nesbitt wrote:


"Steve R." wrote in message
...

"Ralph Nesbitt" wrote in message
y.com...

Lockheed has used some version/model of the Allison T-56 since "1956"
on
all
C-130 models. Yes it is called a Allison T-56 because it was a "56
model
Allison Turbine Engine". The same year the C-130 first flew at/from
Marietta, Ga.

Hi Guys,
I took some photos of a pair of Hercs last year, both with two different
sets of motors/blades (I'm not a herc-o-phile, so I have no idea)
What are these?


http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...mName=airshow2
003&id=aay

http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...mName=airshow2
003&id=aby

http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...mName=airshow2
003&id=aap

http://www.strawbale-house.com/galle...mName=airshow2
003

Cheers,
Richard