Schempp-Hirth Arcus T
The Arcus T is the turbo-powered, self-launching version of Schempp-Hirth's two-seat Arcus glider, sharing its 20-metre wingspan and Duo-Discus-derived fuselage with the pure glider and electric Arcus E but relying on a retractable Solo 2625-02i two-stroke engine to get airborne and to restart a climb if a thermal runs out. That small engine, mounted behind the cockpit and swung up on a pylon for takeoff, gives Arcus T pilots an independent, tow-free launch while keeping the same flaperon-equipped wing and roughly 185 kilograms of water ballast capacity that make the type competitive in two-seat racing classes.
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Did you know?
The Arcus T is the engine-fitted Arcus: a small two-stroke swings up on a pylon behind the cockpit to self-launch this two-seat glider.
Specifications
| Length | 8.7 m (29 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.8 t |
| Range | 180 NM (333 km) |
| Stall speed | 35 kt (65 km/h) |
| Fuel capacity | 19 l |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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