2017 Diamond DA40

Specifications

Diamond DA40
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • This 4-seat aircraft, constructed from composite materials, has a base price of $389,900 and comes equipped with Garmin G1000 avionics.
  • Powered by a 180 hp Lycoming IO-360-M1A engine and a 3-blade constant speed propeller, it achieves a top cruise speed of 137 kts and a maximum range of 830 nm.
  • Key operational specifications include a maximum takeoff weight of 2,646 lbs, a useful load of 900 lbs, and a takeoff/landing distance of 1,000 ft (without obstacle at MTOW).
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Base Price: $389,900

Seats: 4

Main Construction: Composite

Engine/Hp: Lycoming IO-360-M1A/180 hp

Propeller: MT (MTV-12), 3-blade, constant speed, 80″ diameter

Avionics:Garmin G1000

Top Cruise Speed: 137 kts

Stall, Landing Configuration: 60 kts

Maximum Range: 830 nm

Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2,646 lbs.

Payload: 660 lbs. (full fuel)

Useful Load: 900 lbs.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (MTOW – No Obstacle): 1,000/1,000 ft.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (MTOW – 50-ft. Obstacle): 1,450/2,100 ft.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (2,161 lbs. – No Obstacle): 550/750 ft.

Takeoff/Landing Distance (2,161 lbs. – 50-ft. Obstacle): 1,000/1,700 ft.


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