1938 Beech F17D Staggerwing NC18781

Thursday, May 01, 2008 at 12:00 AM ET

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Edited By: Omar Filipović

Key Takeaways:

The article details the specifications and performance data for the 1938 Beech F17D Staggerwing (NC18781).
This 6-seat aircraft is powered by a 300 horsepower Jacobs L6MB 7-cylinder radial engine, with a max gross weight up to 3590 lbs and a 32-foot wingspan.
Key performance figures include a cruise speed of 182 knots, a top speed of 195 mph, a range of 600 statute miles, and a service ceiling of 18,000 feet.

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1938 Beech F17D Staggerwing NC18781

1938 Beech F17D Staggerwing NC18781

Engine make/model:

915-cubic-inch Jacobs L6MB 7-cylinder radial

Horsepower:

300

Max gross weight (lbs.):

3550–3590

Empty weight, std. (lbs.):

2155

Fuel capacity (gals.):

125

Wingspan (ft.):

32

Length:

25 ft. 11.5 in.

Height (ft.):

8

Wing area (sq. ft.):

296.5

Wing loading (lbs./hp):

10.75

Seating capacity:

6

PERFORMANCE

Cruise speed (kts.):

182

Max speed (mph):

195

Range (sm):

600

Rate of climb (fpm):

1300

Service ceiling (ft.):

18,000

Landing speed (mph):

46

Source: Beechcraft Heritage Museum

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