BushCat

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

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Key Takeaways:

The BushCat is an aircraft offering diverse engine choices, including Jabiru 2200 (85hp) and Rotax models (582, 912, 912 ULS) ranging from 65hp to 100hp.
Key specifications include an empty weight of 617 lbs, a useful load of 628 lbs, a 31.5 ft wingspan, and a 24.8-gallon fuel capacity.
Performance highlights feature a 95 mph cruise speed (105 mph max), a 670-mile range, and short takeoff/landing rolls of 328 ft, with a rate of climb of 1000 fpm.

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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