THORP S-18

The S-18 folding wing aircraft is available as a plans or kit built aircraft. It is an all metal 2-place side-by-side aerobatic plane. The basic structure is the same as the proven T-18 Thorp with a wider and longer fuselage. Revised airfoil on the folding wing. Engines approved are 0-290 thru 0-360 allowing cruise performance from 160 to 180 mph.

Specifications:

• Kit Price w/o Engine: ~$20,500
• Plans Price: ~$350
• Number of Seats: 2
• Building Materials: M
• Building Time: ~1900 HRS
• Standard Engine: LYC. 290, 320 or 360
• Horsepower: 135-180
• Wing Span: 20.10 Ft.
• Wing Area: 86 Sq. Ft.
• Empty Weight: 1000 Lbs.
• Gross Weight: 1600 Lbs.
• Takeoff Distance: 900 Ft.
• Landing Distance: 1200 Ft.
• Cruise Speed: 180 MPH
• Top Speed: 200 MPH
• Fuel Capacity: 29 Gal.
• Range: 540 Miles