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Beechcraft RC-12M 'Huron'

Description
Notes: UC-12M modified with new wings, surface search radar, mission control console used for reconnaissance missions.
  Manufacturer:Beechcraft
  Base model:C-12
  Designation:RC-12
  Version:M
  Nickname:Huron
  Designation System:U.S. Tri-Service
  Designation Period:1962-Present
  Basic role:Transport
  Modified Mission:Reconnaissance

Specifications
  Length: 43' 9" 13.3 m
  Height:15' 0" 4.5 m
  Wingspan: 54' 6" 16.6 m
  Wingarea: 303.0 sq ft 28.1 sq m
  Empty Weight: 8,060 lb 3,655 kg
  Max Weight: 12,500 lb 5,668 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney (Canada) PT6A-42
  Horsepower (each): 650

Performance
  Cruise Speed: 336 mph 541 km/h 292 kt
  Max Speed: 339 mph 545 km/h 294 kt
  Climb: 2,450 ft/min 746 m/min
  Ceiling: 35,000 ft 10,667 m