The AC-130U SPECTRE/SPOOKY

The AC-130U SPECTRE (pronounced: SPEKTER)/SPOOKY is a very effective gunship against troops. It has 3 weapons to get the job done. These three weapons can be different depending on the model. This page will concentrate on the SPECTRE. Although the one we are using in Afghanistan is the SPOOKY.

SPECIFICATIONS (LOAD OUT INFORMATION)

Type: Specialized serial gunship.

Power plant: Four 4,500-hp. Allison T56-A-15 Turboprops

Cruising Speed: 372 m.p.h.

Initial Climb Rate: 1,960 f.p.m.

Range: 4,883 mi.

Service ceiling: 33,000 ft.

Weights: Operating weight 75,583 lb.; max takeoff 174,636 lb.

Weapons (SPECTRE): GAU-12/U 25-mm cannon with 3,000 rounds; 40-mm Bofors cannon and 105-mm howitzer.

Dimensions:    Span    132 ft. 7 in.

Length    97 ft. 9 in.

Height    38 ft. 3 in.

Wing Area    1,744 sq. ft.