C-130J Pre-purchase

[Graphics]

 

01 August 2025

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends,

Today we are thrilled to open pre-purchases for the newest, most advanced PC simulation ever made of the C-130J. Few aircraft have written themselves into aviation history as indelibly as the C-130. From daring low-level resupply runs in Vietnam to hurricane relief over the Caribbean, the “Herc” has hauled people, pallets, and hope for nearly 70 years. Watch the launch trailer now! 

This is your chance to take advantage of the 30% off discount available to all those of you who pre-purchase. Please note that once the module is launched to early access, this discount will no longer be available. Hurry and secure your DCS: C-130J today!

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely, 

Eagle Dynamics

 

DCS: C-130J

Coming soon

Get ready to step into the cockpit of the DCS: C-130J, the latest model of the most versatile military transport aircraft ever built. The C-130J puts you in command of the world’s celebrated tactical transporter, renowned for delivering troops, tanks, supplies, and lifesaving relief to hostile and war torn places. From engine start to wheels-up, every switch and system has been painstakingly recreated to let you haul and airdrop exactly as real C-130J crews do. The “Herc” is perfect for threading mountain valleys at 250 feet, skimming wave tops to deploy infantry, or heaving a 22-ton “MOAB” out the back ramp. The C-130J turns every sortie into a mission of muscle, precision, and pure aviator grit. Rally your crew, climb aboard and fly this iconic heavyweight.

Key features at early access:

• Authentic Cargo Operations: Perform realistic cargo loading, management, and aerial delivery procedures. Conduct precision air-drops and logistical support missions showcasing the aircraft’s capabilities. 
• MOAB: Yes. Make some noise !
• Interactive, Voiced Checklist System: Fully-voiced, interactive checklists guide you through every stage of flight operations that enhance immersion and procedural accuracy. 
• First-Person Loadmaster Experience: Explore your aircraft in a novel, first-person mode that allows you to walk freely inside the cargo bay and around the exterior whilst interacting with aircraft systems and cargo. A first for DCS.
• Fully Interactive Cockpit: The detailed cockpit is fully interactive and features modern digital avionics, HUD, and accurate instrumentation. Each switch and gauge operates exactly as it would in the real aircraft. 
• Realistic Flight Dynamics: The aircraft is modeled to closely replicate real-world performance. Conduct low-level tactical missions, precision cargo drops, and strategic airlift operations with realistic handling. 
• Detailed Systems Simulation: Essential C-130J systems including the AE 2100D3 turboprop engines, advanced avionics, cargo management and defensive countermeasures are accurately simulated with realistic damage modeling.  
• Multi-Crew Multiplayer: Collaborate with fellow crew in real-time multiplayer sessions. Share cockpit responsibilities, navigation tasks, and systems management seamlessly as a team.  
• Dynamic Missions: Fly diverse mission profiles such as tactical deployments, covert special operations, or humanitarian aid flights; all of which highlight the operational versatility of the Super Hercules.
• Outstanding Visual Detail: Experience detailed modeling of aircraft interiors and exteriors, realistic textures, dynamic lighting, and immersive cockpit design.
• Comprehensive Documentation and Training: Detailed manuals, interactive training missions, and checklists ensure a thorough understanding of the aircraft that is suitable for both newcomers and experienced aviators.

Today, more than 20 nations rely on the Super Hercules for everything from special-operations infiltration to firefighting.

Pre-order Program

Available for a limited time at only $55.99

Pre-order

Please note that you can also purchase the DCS: C-130J directly from the Airplane Simulation Company website. 

Development progress

From the Airplane Simulation Company:

What’s already done
Over the past year(s), we’ve completed the core flight-model, engine, APU, electrical, hydraulic, fuel systems, and avionic systems. The cargo bay is fully walkable in VR and flatscreen, with rigged physics for CDS bundles, and the GBU-43/B MOAB. Network-synchronised multi-crew is fully implemented for two players.

What we’re still doing
As we approach release, key focus points for the team include finalization of audio effects in the cargo bay, damage modeling, Levels Of Detail (LODs), integration of a 3rd multicrew slot, and the completion of a vehicle airdrop system in partnership with Eagle Dynamics. We’re also tuning parachute deployment mechanics, including introducing extraction chutes for heavy equipment airdrops, and physically simulated static lines.  

Post Early Access Launch
Once the C-130J-30 is released, our focus will turn to the MC-130J. This variant, operated by AFSOC, brings aerial refueling capabilities, including player-to-player AAR in multiplayer. The MC variant also includes the AN/AAS-52(V) EO-IR pod, and a third crew station for the CSO, or combat systems officer.

We thank our community SMEs, test teams, Eagle Dynamics for their support, and every pilot eager to get those four fans of freedom turning. The Herc is rounding the corner, see you on the ramp soon!

Pre-order now

The DCS: C-130J will be available on Steam at a later date.

Pre-order Program

Available for a limited time at only $55.99

Pre-order

Thank you again for your passion and support. We cannot wait to see what you will create with the DCS: C-130J. Stay tuned for development updates, tutorial videos, and your first chance to fly the Herc in DCS.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

[joker62]

11 minutes ago, Graphics said:

Today we are thrilled to open pre-purchases for the newest, most advanced PC simulation ever made of the C-130J

This isn't the kind of plane I'd prefer to fly, but let's be honest: it seems really well made, with innovative features and the launch trailer is thrilling. Congratulations, great job!!!

[ThorBrasil]

I always dreamed of the C-130 at DCS and I can't believe this day has arrived. I hope to see the KC-390, C-17 Globemaster III, C-2 Greyhound and even a 737 among other aircraft in the future of DCS.

[Lace]

Looks great.  A nice surprise about the MC-130 too.  Some great new mission profiles to practice with this pair.

[TGP14]

While she may not appeal to all, I'm certain there is a good chunk of the DCS community that is ecstatic to get their hands on this beauty not to mention the entirely new market this could potentially open up for non-combat focused flight simmers! I really hope ASC are here to become the Heatblur if you will of the logistics and the non-standard module world, can't wait to see where these guys take us in this 4-engine beast.

Thank you ASC for opening up a whole new world in DCS and thanks to both ASC and ED for pushing the boundaries of what DCS is and giving it a yet another layer of operations!

3 minutes ago, ThorBrasil said:

I always dreamed of the C-130 at DCS and I can't believe this day has arrived. I hope to see the KC-390, C-17 Globemaster III, C-2 Greyhound and even a 737 among other aircraft in the future of DCS.

I'd kill for a good C-2/E-2 module. Nothing like shooting a fat prop on and off a deck!

[Arecibo]

18 minutes ago, joker62 said:

This isn't the kind of plane I'd prefer to fly, but let's be honest: it seems really well made, with innovative features and the launch trailer is thrilling. Congratulations, great job!!!

Same here, although I’m tempted to buy it, just so I can get more mileage out of my Turtle Beach Velocity One yoke outside of the X-Plane Cessna!

Edited 23 hours ago by Arecibo

[Tom Kazansky]

Thanks for the opportunity to fly such an aircraft in a combat environment. Never have but I sure will!

[Mobius_cz]

This is so damn awsome 

[Tom Kazansky]

43 minutes ago, Graphics said:

First-Person Loadmaster Experience: Explore your aircraft in a novel, first-person mode that allows you to walk freely inside the cargo bay and around the exterior whilst interacting with aircraft systems and cargo. A first for DCS.

Yeah!

[Tom Kazansky]

49 minutes ago, Graphics said:

The cargo bay is fully walkable in VR and flatscreen

Sounds cool.

Is this also possible while airborne?

[MiG21bisFishbedL]

Working on player AAR is kind of peak. I like that. We'll have to nag HB to give us a KA-6 now that this groundwork is laid.

Edited 23 hours ago by MiG21bisFishbedL

[Sandman1330]

I wonder if there is any chance of an AC-130 variant in the future?

[Wing]

Woo!! First "heavy" module for DCS. Well done!

[T.Power]

I wonder how many will buy this just so they can drop MOABs...

[ThorBrasil]

I would like to know how the launch is done so that the MOAB lands on the target.

[Heimz]

PLEASE make the AC-130 an option, PLEASE.   The Annubis mod is soooo much fun.    

[Nodak]

11 minutes ago, ThorBrasil said:

I would like to know how the launch is done so that the MOAB lands on the target.

Fly to the preset nav coordinate from the given direction at the briefed speed and altitude and release it.  

4 minutes ago, Heimz said:

PLEASE make the AC-130 an option, PLEASE.   The Annubis mod is soooo much fun.    

Pretty much a different airplane needs to be built.

[Heimz]

Just purchased.   BTW, the lead time for this module is the shortest I have ever seen from any developer, especially with this being a complicated endeavor with all the cargo animations, computers, systems, flight model, etc.   Can we get ASC to take over some of the other fan-favorites like F-8 Crusader, A-7 Corsair, A-1 Skyraider, Mig 23?   

 

[Nodak]

33 minutes ago, T.Power said:

I wonder how many will buy this just so they can drop MOABs...

I'd be more interested in doing pattern work like engine out and assault landings, this is a very dangerous airplane when you start taking it to the performance edge, there is no forgiveness making mistakes there.

[drack]

Count me in.....I've been looking forward to this one  

How long we talking for pre-order?????

Three months?????

Edited 22 hours ago by drack
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[shastasm]

Why am I so excited about the C-130?  Lol.  

[Ghostmaker]

Whens does it actually get released?

[TBarina]

12 minutes ago, Ghostmaker said:

Whens does it actually get released?

if ED continues to postpone terrain, ATC and AI bug fixes (not to mention dynamic campaign) I think we will have an Early Access in a decent time

[Ghostmaker]

Just now, TBarina said:

if ED continues to postpone terrain, ATC and AI bug fixes (not to mention dynamic campaign) I think we will have an Early Access in a decent time

Well just pre purchased it. Love the Herc

[ThorBrasil]

Another aircraft I'd love to have in DCS is the P-3 Orion. It would be very welcome!

 

 

Edited 21 hours ago by ThorBrasil