2009 Sting S3

Engine make/model: Rotax 912 ULS
Horsepower: 100@SL
Propeller: 3-blade, carbon-composite Woodcomp
Gross weight (lbs.): 1320
Empty weight, std. (lbs.): 780
Useful load, std. (lbs.): 540
Usable fuel, std. (gals./lbs.): 20.5
Usable fuel with wing tanks (gals.) 32.5
PERFORMANCE

Cruise speed, 75% power (kts.):

116
Vne (kts.): 164
Best rate of climb, two people (fpm): 1000+
Glide ratio: 12:1
Range at cruise (nm): 495*
Range with wing tanks (nm): 790*
Takeoff ground roll at MTOW (ft.): 295
Landing over 50 ft. obstacle (ft.): 1020
*With 30-minute reserve
Source: SportairUSA

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