Overview
The R-501 Rhincodon was created by Neucom Inc., for the purpose Transporting equipment of any size, to any Airfield or Airport on the planet. It is believed that it can carry more cargo than the C-5 Galaxy. It has three levels, unlike the common two levels found in most Transport/Cargo aircraft.
The R-501, along side R-201 and R-101 escorts made up the transport groups which were vectored over restricted Air Space. When these Transports were engaged by the UPEO Forces, their flights were redirected to protect them.
Specifics
Length : 75.75 m
Wingspan : 45.2 m
Height : 8.56 m
Weight : 350,498 kg
Max speed : 1836 km/h
Trivia
- Rhincodon is the scientific name for a genus of shark, who's only member is Rhincodon typus, the whale shark.
Sources
Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere
Ace combat 3 Electrosphere : mission & world view book