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KC 518 Adventourer
Composite Helicopter International Ltd.
312 Postman Rd
Auckland, 794
New Zealand
Phone:
CATEGORY:
| Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Helicopter | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | Service Ceiling (ft) | 14000 | |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 155 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1000 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | Takeoff Distance (ft) | ||
| Range (statute mi) | 450 | Landing Distance (ft) |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | RR250 | ||
| Design Horsepower | 320 | H.P. Low Range | 320 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 96 | H.P. High Range | 450 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 1750 | Useful Load (lb) | 1450 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 3200 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | Length (ft) | 28.8 | |
| Wingspan (ft) | 29.2 | Height (ft) | 10.5 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
| No. of Seats | 6 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 56 | ||
| Landing Gear | Skid | ||
| Materials | Composite | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | Yes |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | Number Built & Flown | 1 | |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $395,000 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $395,000 - $395,000 | ||
COMMENTS:
| Seating is 6 persons maximum, 5 persons in a more comfortable configuration. Options include auxiliary tanks for endurance up to 5.2 hours. Additional options include cargo sling or spray system. |
