BushCat

Tuesday, September 04, 2012 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The BushCat is a lightweight aircraft with an empty weight of 617 lbs and a useful load of 628 lbs, allowing for a gross weight of 1245 lbs.
It offers flexible engine choices, including the Jabiru 2200 (85hp) and Rotax engines (582 at 65hp, 912 at 80hp, or 912 ULS at 100hp).
Performance specifications include a cruise speed of 95 mph (max 105 mph), a range of 670 miles, and impressive short field capabilities with both takeoff and landing rolls at 328 ft.

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BushCat

BushCat

Engine Choices:

Jabiru 2200 (85hp), Rotax 582 (65hp), 912 (80hp) or 912 ULS (100 hp)

Empty Weight (lbs.):

617

Wingspan (ft.):

31.5

Length (ft.):

18.6

Cockpit Width (in.):

47.25

Headroom (in.):

33.5

Legroom (in.):

43.3

Fuel Capacity (gals.):

24.8

PERFORMANCE

Fuel Consumption (gals./hr., 80% throttle):

3.75

Takeoff Roll (ft.):

328

Rate Of Climb (fpm):

1000

Service Ceiling (ft.):

12,000 MSL

Max Crosswind Component (mph):

32

Cruise Speed (mph, 65% throttle):

95

Max Cruise Speed (mph):

105

V_ne (mph):

125

Glide Ratio:

10:1

V_s (mph):

40

V_so (mph):

35

Landing Ground Roll (ft.):

328

Gross Weight (lbs.):

1245

Useful Load (lbs.):

628

Range (mi, with reserve):

670

Source:

Rainbow SkyReach