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Zodiac CH 601 UL
Zenith Aircraft Co.
1881 Airport Road
Mexico, MO 65265
United States
Phone: 573-581-9000
http://www.zenithair.com
info@zenithair.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | Yes |
Status | No Longer Sold | ||
Categories |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 135 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 12000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 115 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1200 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 44 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 430 |
Range (statute mi) | 480 | Landing Distance (ft) | 550 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Rotax 912 | ||
Design Horsepower | 80 | H.P. Low Range | 65 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 16 | H.P. High Range | 100 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 550 | Useful Load (lb) | 508 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 1058 | ||
Wing Area (ft2) | 130 | Length (ft) | 19 |
Wingspan (ft) | 27 | Height (ft) | 6.5 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 2 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 44 | ||
Landing Gear | Tricycle, Tailwheel | ||
Materials | Metal |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | No |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 500 | Number Built & Flown | 265 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $16,785 | Plans Cost ($US) | $315 |
Build Cost Range | $30,000 - $50,000 |