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Barnett J4B-2
Barnett Rotorcraft
4307 Olivehurst Ave.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
United States
Phone: 530-742-7416
http://www.barnettrotorcraft.com
barnettjb@syix.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories | Gyroplane |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 112 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 8000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 93 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 500 |
Stall Speed (mph) | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 300 | |
Range (statute mi) | 230 | Landing Distance (ft) |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Subaru EJ 22 | ||
Design Horsepower | 150 | H.P. Low Range | 100 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 17 | H.P. High Range | 215 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 512 | Useful Load (lb) | 573 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1085 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 586 | Length (ft) | 13.7 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27.3 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 24 | ||
Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
Materials | Fabric, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 500 | Number Built & Flown | 187 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $8,850 | Plans Cost ($US) | $195 |
Build Cost Range | $19,000 - $39,000 |
COMMENTS:
The Subaru EJ-22/25 with the Barnett gear box is the engine of choice along with the new hydraulic prerotator system which turns blades up to 150 rpm. |