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American Ranger 1 (AR1)
Silverlight Aviation
40420 Free Fall Ave. Unit A
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
United States
Phone: 813-786-8290
http://www.silverlightaviation.com
info@silverlightaviation.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
| Status | Current | ||
| Categories | Gyroplane | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 120 | Service Ceiling (ft) | |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 100 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 725 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 980 | |
| Range (statute mi) | Landing Distance (ft) |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Rotax 914UL | ||
| Design Horsepower | 115 | H.P. Low Range | 100 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 17 | H.P. High Range | 115 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 650 | Useful Load (lb) | 582 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 1232 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | Length (ft) | ||
| Wingspan (ft) | 17.7 | Height (ft) | 8.8 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | Yes |
| Cockpit Width (in) | |||
| Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
| Materials | Composite, Tube | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | Number Built & Flown | ||
| Kit Cost ($US) | $70,500 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $65,000 - $96,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| Other engine option: Rotax 912ULS/100hp. |
