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BushCaddy L162 Max
Sinoaustral Aviation Technology PTY LTD (fmr. Bushcaddy International Inc.)
Chenjia Airport, Chenjia Town
Panjin City, Liaoning Province 124000
China
Phone: +86 427 829 8777
http://www.bushcaddy.com
lance.carr@bushcaddy.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | No Longer Sold |
Categories | |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 140 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 13000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 125 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1200 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 37 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 200 |
Range (statute mi) | 720 | Landing Distance (ft) | 500 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Lycoming O-360 |
Design Horsepower | 180 | H.P. Low Range | 160 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 60 | H.P. High Range | 250 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 1250 | Useful Load (lb) | 1400 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 2650 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 189 | Length (ft) | 23.8 |
Wingspan (ft) | 36 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 4 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 47 |
Landing Gear | Tailwheel, Floats |
Materials | Metal |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1200 | Number Built & Flown | 12 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $38,943 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $60,000 - $110,000 |
COMMENTS:
Cargo area measures 58" x 43". |