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Douglas R4D-8/C-117 Skytrain

After World War II, the U.S. Navy modifed 100 R4Ds to Super DC-3 standards. This aircraft, designated the R4D-8 had more powerful engines, newly designed wings, an enlarged tail and added landing gear doors.

The R4D-8 was designated the C-117 after 1962.

Specifications

Designations

	Type: Transport
	Engines: two 1,495 hp (1100 kW) Wright R-1820-80 Cyclone radial piston engines

	DC-3S: Civil designation (also known as the Super DC-3)
	C-117: Transport designation after 1962.
	LC-117: Winterized version
	R4D-8: U.S. Navy Transport designation (before 1962)
	TC-117: Trainer version
	VC-117: VIP Transport version

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page updated 08 February 2008

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