Other Post Is it a bird? Is it a Hunchback? No it's SUPPER GUPPY!!!!!!

[TankBuster]

I found out about this odd ball on Mega Movers

When International Space Station elements are launched into orbit, it won't be the first time they have taken flight. As elements are completed they will be transported to the launch site on the Super Guppy cargo airplane.
[SIZE=-1]The Super Guppy's 25' diameter fuselage is designed to handle oversized loads. The 377SGT-F Super Guppy has the lift, speed, and size to meet all the requirements of the International Space Station. [/SIZE]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Loading the Guppy is easy because of the unique "fold-away" nose of the aircraft. The aircraft has an unobstructed loading area when the nose is retracted. The Super Guppy's hinged nose opens 110 degrees for cargo loading. A control lock and disconnect system at the fuselage break allows the nose to be opened and closed without disrupting the flight or engine control rigging. [/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Cargo loading is simple and efficient. A system of rails in the cargo compartment is used with either Guppy pallets or fixtures designed for specific cargo. Rollers mounted in the rails allow pallets or fixtures to be moved by an electric winch mounted beneath the cargo floor. Automatic hydraulic lock pins in each rail secure the pallet for flight. [/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Performance[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Power Plant[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]4 Allison 501-D22C Turboprop Engines[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Propellers[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]4 Hamilton Standard 54H60-123 Hydromatic[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Cruise Speed at 25,000 Feet[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]290 mph[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Range with IFR Reserves[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]2,000 miles[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Useable Fuel Weight[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]52,500 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum Payload[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]52,500 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Aircraft Empty Weight[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]101,500 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum Zero Fuel Weight[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]154,000 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum Landing Weight[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]160,000 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum Takeoff Weight[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]170,000 pounds[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Aircraft Dimensions[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Height to top of fuselage[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]36 feet, 8 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Height to top of tail[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]48 feet, 6 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Length[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]143 feet, 10 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Wingspan[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]156 feet, 3 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Cargo Pallet[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Width[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]8 feet, 8 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Length[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]24 feet (single section)[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum Length[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]72 feet (three sections)[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Floor load limit[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]125 pounds/running inch (cargo rail)[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Cargo Compartment Dimensions[/SIZE][/FONT]

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Height above ground level[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]11 feet, 0 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum width (floor level)[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]13 feet, 0 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum width[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]25 feet, 1 inch[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Maximum height[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]25 feet, 6 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Length (Constant section)[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]32 feet, 0 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Length (Overall)[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]111 feet, 6 inches[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Volume (absolute)[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]49,750 cubic feet[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]Volume (Useable)[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial, Helvetica][SIZE=-1]39,000 cubic feet[/SIZE][/FONT]

 

[Matzos]

Excellent info TankBuster solthum

 

[TankBuster]

I take pride in the 3 sec it took to come up with the tittlerbo;

 

[Bombardier]

Thats an UGLY! looking bird mate.

 

[TankBuster]

True, but it gets the job done. I feel sorry for the pilots, looks awkward to fly