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Zodiac CH 640
Zenair Ltd.
10 Ed Connelly Drive
Huronia Airport, Tiny, ON L0L 2J0
Canada
Phone: 705-526-2871
http://www.zenair.com
zenair.info@gmail.com
CATEGORY:
Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
Status | No Longer Sold |
Categories | |
PERFORMANCE:
Max Speed (mph) | 160 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 14000 |
Cruise Speed (mph) | 150 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 950 |
Stall Speed (mph) | 47 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 990 |
Range (statute mi) | 510 | Landing Distance (ft) | 1150 |
POWERPLANT:
Engine | Lycoming O-360 |
Design Horsepower | 180 | H.P. Low Range | 150 |
Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 38 | H.P. High Range | 240 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
Empty Weight (lb) | 1147 | Useful Load (lb) | 1053 |
Gross Weight (lb) | 2200 |
Wing Area (ft2) | 150 | Length (ft) | 23 |
Wingspan (ft) | 31.5 | Height (ft) | 7 |
DESIGN:
Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | No |
No. of Seats | 4 | Tandem | No |
Cockpit Width (in) | 46 |
Landing Gear | Tricycle |
Materials | Metal |
KIT AND PLANS:
Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
Plans Available | Yes | Includes Engine | No |
Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1250 | Number Built & Flown | 128 |
Kit Cost ($US) | $38,990 | Plans Cost ($US) | $495 |
Build Cost Range | $50,000 - $100,000 |
COMMENTS:
The sale of new kits has been discontinued but parts are available for the maintenance and repairs of existing aircraft. See website for details. |