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Performance Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: 0-320-E2A
Horsepower: 140 hp/150 hp

Weights

Gross Weight: 1950 lbs/2150 lbs
Standard Empty/Equipped Weight (*b,c): 1290 lbs
Standard Useful Load (*a): 660 lbs/860 lbs

Dimensions

Wing Span: 30.0 feet
Length: 23.4 feet
Height: 7.3 feet/2.2 meters
Wing Area: 160 square feet

Fuel Capacity

Usable Fuel: 48 gallons

Maximum Speed

TAS at Gross Weight: 125 kts

Cruising Speeds

Normal Cruise Speed: 110 kts

Cruising Range

Cruising Range: 583 nm
(30 min.  reserve at 55% power)

Stall Speed

Flaps Down Full 40 degrees: IAS 48 kts

Service Ceiling

10,950 feet

Take-Off Distance

Total over 50-foot obstacle: 1700 feet

Landing Distance

Total over 50-foot obstacle: 1080 feet

 

*a. Standard Useful load is ramp weight minus standard equipped weight.
*b. The standard empty weight and standard equipped weight are the same.
*c. Standard aircraft per marketing.

 


Contact the Author:  Bruce J. Elig  CFII/MEI/ATP                                 Last Updated:  30 July, 2011  

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