Overview
The Lockheed CP-140 Aurora is based on the P-3 Orion with the equipment of the S-3 Viking and remains in service solely with Canada.
The Lockheed CP-140 Aurora is based on the P-3 Orion with the equipment of the S-3 Viking and remains in service solely with Canada.
YEAR: 1980
MANUFACTURER(S): Lockheed Martin - USA
PRODUCTION: 21
OPERATORS: Canada
Technical Specifications
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Lockheed CP-140 Aurora model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Lockheed CP-140 Aurora model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 12
POWER: 4 x Allison T-56-A-14-LFE turboprop engines developing 4,600 horsepower each.
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Armament
External and internal ordnance loads carried and includes support for Mk 46 Mov V torpedoes, naval mines, depth charges, air-to-surface rockets and missiles and conventional drop bombs.
External and internal ordnance loads carried and includes support for Mk 46 Mov V torpedoes, naval mines, depth charges, air-to-surface rockets and missiles and conventional drop bombs.
Variants / Models
• CP-140 "Aurora" - Base Series Designation; initial production form; AN/APS-506 surface search radar fit; 18 examples completed.
• CP-140A "Arcturus" - General maritime reconnaissance and crew trainer platform lacking ASW suite; improved fuel efficiency; AN/APS-507 surface search radar fit; sans mission systems of CP-140 model; three examples completed.
• CP-140 "Aurora" - Base Series Designation; initial production form; AN/APS-506 surface search radar fit; 18 examples completed.
• CP-140A "Arcturus" - General maritime reconnaissance and crew trainer platform lacking ASW suite; improved fuel efficiency; AN/APS-507 surface search radar fit; sans mission systems of CP-140 model; three examples completed.
Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed
Hi: 500mph
Lo: 250mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (466mph).
Graph average of 375 miles-per-hour.
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Unit Production (21)
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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