Lockheed L-1011 TriStar
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar is a widebody airliner (trijet) built by Lockheed in the USA. It first flew in 1970 and entered service in 1972. A technologically advanced trijet, with one of the first automatic landing systems in airline service.
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- Top speed964 km/h (599 mph)
- Range4,963 km (3,084 miles)
- First flight1970
- Wingspan47.3 m (155 ft)
Lockheed L-1011 TriStar specs
| Top speed | 964 km/h (599 mph) |
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| Range | 4,963 km (3,084 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 12,800 m (41,995 ft) |
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| Length | 54.2 m (178 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 47.3 m (155 ft) |
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| Height | 16.9 m (55 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 195 t (429,897 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 3 crew, 256 to 400 seats |
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| Engines | 3 × RB211 turbofan |
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| First flight | 1970 |
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| Entered service | 1972 |
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| Built by | Lockheed (USA) |
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Lockheed L-1011 TriStar facts
- One of the first airliners certified to land itself in thick fog.
- Only 250 were built, and it was the last airliner Lockheed ever made.
Quick quiz
When did the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar first fly?
In 1970.
Who built the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar?
Lockheed, in the USA.
How fast can the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar fly?
Its top speed is 964 km/h (599 mph).
How far can the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar fly?
About 4,963 km (3,084 miles).
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