ZHLA-75-3 Immanemque
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ZHLA-75-3 Immanemque
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| Heavy transport airlifter | |||||
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| National Origin | Zokesia | ||||
| Production History | |||||
| Designer | Cyten-Ward Industries | ||||
| Unit Cost | 300,766(√) | ||||
| Number Built | 2 | ||||
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| Used By | Zokesian Royal Air Force | ||||
| Aircraft Characteristics | |||||
| Dry Mass | 265,889kg | ||||
| Length | 104.0 m | ||||
| Width | 129.4 m | ||||
| Height | 23.9 m | ||||
| Propulsion | 12 x Logi Motors LM-2300 High Bypass Turbofan Engines | ||||
| Maximum Velocity | 110 m/s | ||||
| Operational Range | 700 km | ||||
| Crew | Two Pilots 428-640 passenger capacity |
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The ZHLA-75-3 Immanemque is a strategic airlift cargo aircraft designed and produced by Cyten-Ward Industries in Zokesia.
It was originally developed during the 2150s as an enlarged derivative of the ZHLA-17 airlifter for the express purpose of transporting RHDE Main battle Tanks. On 21 December 2158, the ZHLA-75-3 performed its maiden flight; only two aircraft were ever completed, although a third airframe with a slightly different configuration was partially built. After a brief period of use in the Confederate Strategic Airlift Command, the aircraft was mothballed during the early 2190s. Towards the turn of the century, it was decided to refurbish the ZHLA-75-3 and reintroduce it for commercial operations, carrying oversized payloads for the operator Confederate Air, with a clause in the contract to be re-purchased by the Confederacy in times of need. Multiple announcements were made regarding the potential completion of the third airframe, though its construction largely remained on hold due to a lack of funding. By 2200, it had reportedly been brought up to 60–70% completion.
Design
The ZHLA-75-3 was designed around a central tennant to carry 250 tons of cargo, while simultaneously able to handle large, bulky loads that most airlifters are unable to carry. Its 10m x 10m x 50m cargo hold has a floor-to-ceiling capacity of 3,700 cubic meters of cargo, enabling it to carry large helicopters, heavy machinery, or bulk fuel shipments. With a range of 700km, the Immanemque is able to also operate at rough and unprepared fields thanks to its robust landing gear array and large wing area. The maximum takeoff weight is 600,000 kg, or nearly two and a half times its unladen weight. Later -4 upgrades to Immanemque resulted in additional engines for short takeoff and landing and reduction in drag along the leading edge.
Accidents and Incidents
The Immanemque fleet has been involved in no accidents and no hull loss incidents since its inception.
See also
Aircraft of Comparable Role, Configuration, and Era
- C512 Belugaléo – Seifégasque/Tekkian strategic heavy lift cargo aircraft
- LC-4 Monumentus – Ikonic twin-fuselage military transport aircraft
- W-3033 Stratocruiser – Zokesian large commercial transport aircraft
ZHLA-74-4 Upgraded Immanemque in formation with a B-52 Megafortress, 2198.
