KC-46 Pegasus
Type: Aerial Refueling Tanker
Domain: air
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Boeing
First Deployed: 2019
Overview
Next-generation aerial refueling tanker based on the 767-200ER commercial platform. Equipped with fly-by-wire refueling boom, centerline drogue, and wing-mounted drogue systems for simultaneous refueling of different receiver types. Can also transport cargo and passengers. Replacing KC-135 fleet.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3 |
|---|---|
| range | 12,200 km (unloaded) |
| based_on | Boeing 767-200 airframe |
| dual_role | Tanker + cargo/medevac transport |
| refueling | Boom + hose-and-drogue |
| fuel_offload | 96,000 kg transferable |
Operators
- Israel
- Japan
- United States
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