6. Lockheed C-130 Hercules – U.S.
Producing company: Lockheed Martin
Principal Users: United States Air Force, Coast Guard, Royal Air Force, and Royal Canadian Air Force
Price per unit: $11.9 million*
The Lockheed C-130 Hercules, a four-engine turboprop aircraft, was originally built by Lockheed Corporation (now Lockheed Martin). Designed for cargo transport, medevac, and troop deployment, it can also operate on rough or unprepared runways.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules (UAE) via flickr.com/@Donal Morrissey
The Hercules is widely used as a tactical airlifter by numerous armed forces worldwide and can also serve as a gunship for airborne assaults. With over 40 variants, including non-military versions, the Hercules is a versatile aircraft used in more than 60 countries.