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LM-1X (75% J-3)
Light Miniature Aircraft
P. O. Box 744
Wagener, SC 29164
United States
Phone: 803-564-9771
http://www.lightminiatureaircraft.com
fmtiger@pbtcomm.net
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories | Replica |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 75 | Service Ceiling (ft) | |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 65 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 550 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 26 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 100 |
Range (statute mi) | 125 | Landing Distance (ft) | 300 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 447 | ||
Design Horsepower | 40 | H.P. Low Range | 35 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 5 | H.P. High Range | 52 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 300 | Useful Load (lb) | 300 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 600 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 120 | Length (ft) | 18 |
Wingspan (ft) | 30 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | High | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 27 | ||
Landing Gear | Tailwheel | ||
Materials | Fabric, Tube |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 300 | Number Built & Flown | 65 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $9,250 | Plans Cost ($US) | $355 |
Build Cost Range | $8,000 - $10,000 |
COMMENTS:
LMA kits are replicas of classic light planes of the 1940s. Component kits available: Landng Gear $1650, Controls & Hardware $2450; Fabric $850. Plans $175. |