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    P6E Replica (82%)

    Sauser Aircraft Inc.
    13101 Ranchwood Rd.
    Tustin, CA 92680
    United States

    Phone: 714-544-9015


    CATEGORY:
    Type Fixed-wingSport-Pilot Compliant No
    Status No Longer Sold
    Categories Replica
    PERFORMANCE:
    Max Speed (mph) 145Service Ceiling (ft)
    Cruise Speed (mph) 130Rate of Climb (fpm) 1000
    Stall Speed (mph) 50Takeoff Distance (ft)
    Range (statute mi) 1150Landing Distance (ft)
    POWERPLANT:
    Engine Chevrolet V-8-HO 350
    Design Horsepower 180H.P. Low Range 180
    Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) 27H.P. High Range 300
    DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
    Empty Weight (lb) 1511Useful Load (lb) 529
    Gross Weight (lb) 2040
    Wing Area (ft2) 170Length (ft) 19.2
    Wingspan (ft) 26Height (ft) 7
    DESIGN:
    Wing Design BiplaneFolding Wings No
    No. of Seats 2Tandem No
    Cockpit Width (in)
    Landing Gear Tailwheel
    Materials Fabric, Wood, Tube
    KIT AND PLANS:
    Kit Available NoQuick-build Available No
    Plans Available YesIncludes Engine No
    Beginner Build Time (hrs)Number Built & Flown 1
    Kit Cost ($US) $Plans Cost ($US) $
    Build Cost Range $ - $
    COMMENTS:
    Classic replica biplane instills memories of military aviation between the two world wars. Ideal for small block V-8 automotive engines.Out of business; Mr. Sauser deceased, 2002.