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| Subject: | Zodiac XL Float Performance #'s? |
--> Seaplane-List message posted by: Daniel Vandenberg <djvdb63@yahoo.com>
Hello...
A couple of weeks back there was a thread on Zenith CH701 float performance #''s.
At that time Chip Erwin mentioned the Zodiac XL float option as being faster
than the CH701. I went back and reviewed that thread and I couldn't find any
actual performance data from Chip. The recent Custom Planes article was somewhat
lacking in specifics...mentioning an 85 kt. cruise speed and 600-700 fpm
climb.
Chip...could you point me to a link that discusses the actual performance of the
XL on floats? Otherwise...could you comment on the following:
1. Realistic airspeed in cruise configuration for XL on floats.
2. Realistic water take-off distance, assuming no wind and a non-glassy surface.
3. Empty weight with floats? Actual useful load with the 912S & 1150 amphib floats.
4. Your perceptions of the Jabiru 3300 vs. the Rotax 912S in the XL on floats.
5. Do you think the Rotax 914 would offer a significant benefit over the 912S
on floats...in terms of shorter take-off runs and better climb rate at sea level?
Or would it be not worth the extra expense and trouble?
5. Are you aware of any true 125 hp power options for XL on floats? (The Lyc
O-235 and Cont O-200 would probably be too heavy for my liking...and the Cont
IO-240B is clearly too heavy).
Thank's.
Dan
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