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M-18
Magni USA, L.L.C.
17225 Pleasant View Road
Ste Genevieve, MO 63670
United States
Phone: 573-883-3541
http://www.magnigyro.com
gyrogreg@ldd.net
CATEGORY:
Type | Rotorcraft | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | No Longer Sold |
Categories | Gyroplane, Pusher |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 105 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 11000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 70 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 650 |
Stall Speed (mph) | | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 150 |
Range (statute mi) | 640 | Landing Distance (ft) | 25 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 582 |
Design Horsepower | 65 | H.P. Low Range | |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 14 | H.P. High Range | |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 368 | Useful Load (lb) | 403 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 771 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 452 | Length (ft) | 14.8 |
Wingspan (ft) | 24 | Height (ft) | 8 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Rotor | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 19 |
Landing Gear | Tricycle |
Materials | Composite |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 250 | Number Built & Flown | 40 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $38,000 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
Build Cost Range | $39,000 - $40,000 |
COMMENTS:
LSA legal. Tig welded 4130 welded steel frame. |