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Douglas C-124 Globemaster II


Photo: Hal Maynard, LtCol USAF Retired

The prototype C-124, the fifth C-74 with a deeper fuselage and clamshell nose loading doors, first flew in 1949 and entered service in 1950.  Around 450 were built.  Used in conjunction with the Douglas C-133, the Globemaster II remained in service until replaced by the Lockheed C-5A Galaxy in 1970.
 
 Specifications (C-124C)
 
Type: Transport
Engines: four 3,800 hp (2834 kW) Pratt & Whitney R-4360-63A radials
 
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