STANDARD DATA: (6XT) Seats 6. Gross wt. 3,600. Empty wt. 2,160. Fuel capacity 102. Engine 300-hp Lycoming TIO-540-K1G5. PERFORMANCE: Top speed 155 KTAS. Cruise mph 150. Stall mph 61. Initial climb rate 910. Ceiling 17,200. Takeoff distance (50') 2,028. Landing distance (50') 1,822. |
Reborn in the body of the straight-legged Saratoga, the normally aspirated 6X and turbocharged 6XT, entered New Piper's production schedule in 2003. The fixed-gear, six-seater has impressive load capabilities reasonable speed given its size. It's typically cheaper to insure due to the absence of retractable gear. Newest models feature an all-glass cockpit.
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