Legendary C-130 Pro — Fs2004 - Captain Sim
It requires study, patience, and a love for tactical airlift. For those willing to learn the systems, it offers a rewarding, complex, and deeply enjoyable experience.
: 3.0 GHz CPU, 1024 MB RAM, 256 MB Video Card, and 1 GB disk space. OS Compatibility : Originally designed for Windows XP . Expansion Capabilities
At the time of release, this was considered a resource-intensive add-on. FS2004 - Captain Sim Legendary C-130 Pro
The package included high-quality, custom sounds that captured the distinct roar of the turboprops, adding to the immersion. Flight Dynamics and Performance
A fully functional, photographic-quality Virtual Cockpit with custom animations and adjustable lighting. Dynamic Exterior Modeling It requires study, patience, and a love for tactical airlift
The soundset included in the Pro package was recorded from real Allison turboprops. It delivered a deep, window-rattling drone at takeoff power and a distinct, high-pitched whine during ground idle. Cockpit ambience was enhanced by the mechanical clicks of switches and the distinct hum of the avionics cooling fans. Enduring Legacy
While newer simulators have replaced FS2004 for many, the Captain Sim Legendary C-130 Pro remains an incredible piece of simulation history. For those who enjoy the "retro" feel of FS9, it is perhaps the best C-130 experience available for the platform. OS Compatibility : Originally designed for Windows XP
: Captain Sim first announced the project three years before its eventual release. Long periods of silence followed, which built a "fever pitch" of anticipation and rumor within the community.
When Captain Sim released the C-130 Pro, it set a new benchmark for "study-level" aircraft in FS2004. At a time when many add-ons focused primarily on external visuals, the Legendary C-130 Pro dove deep into the complex world of four-engine turboprop operations. It transformed the aging FS2004 engine into a tactical transport simulator, requiring players to manage fuel cross-feeds, hydraulic systems, and an intricate navigator station. Key Features of the Pro Version
A standout feature of the package. Virtual pilots could manage fuel cross-feeds, monitor generator loads, and control the environmental systems just like a real three-person crew.
