    
Loehle P-40 Flying Tiger
Putting the fun back into flying is what the Loehle P-40
Flying Tiger is all about. Like the "5151" Mustang the P-40 Flying Tiger has
much to offer: famous P-40 looks, highly prefabricated parts, easy construction, docile
flight characteristics, and all at an affordable price! On this and following pages you
may explore everything you might want to know about the Loehle P-40 Flying Tiger: kit
features, kit packages, options, pricing, and financing.
Features
 | Realistic 3/4 scale P-40 looks |
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| 2 to 3 gal/hr fuel economy |
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| Powerful 65 hp Rotax 582 engine |
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| Spacious cockpit for large pilots |
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| Simple wooden construction |
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| Clear, simple instructions |
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| Highly pre-machined kit parts |
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| Very clean airframe lines |
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| Short field capabilities |
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| Simple wing and tail removal for easy transport/storage |
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| 400-500 hour kit (6 to 12 month average) |
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Performance
| Cruise speed: 75 - 85 mph |
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| Takeoff roll: 150 feet |
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| Stall speed: 30 mph |
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| Landing roll: 250 feet |
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| VNE: 100 mph |
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| Climb rate: 1200+ fpm w/582 |
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Specifications
| Wing span: 28 feet 8 inches |
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| Empty weight: 550 pounds |
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| Wing area: 130 sq. feet |
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| Gross weight: 885 pounds |
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| Length: 22 feet 10 inches |
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| Load factor: +4, -2 G's +6, -3
Ultimate |
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| Width (wings removed): 8 feet |
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| Fuel capacity: 5 - 13 gal |
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Options
| Retract landing gear |
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| Custom wing tanks |
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| Electric start |
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| Ballistic parachute |
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| 3- blade propeller |
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| Deluxe Interior Package |
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Pricing (see complete price list for details)
| Description |
Price |
| Kit Less Engine |
$10,995 |
| Information Package (covers all aircraft kits) |
$10 |
| Videos- "5151" Mustang, Jenny or Aviation
Classics (covers all aircraft excluding the Spitfire and Jenny currently.) |
$25 ($35 PAL/Secam) |
         
07-21-04
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