Van's RV-12
The Van’s RV-12 is a light-sport kit aircraft with a low wing, side-by-side seats, and a Rotax engine. It was designed to be simpler and quicker to build than larger RV models, making it a popular entry point to homebuilding. Its removable wings also make storage and transport easier.
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The RV-12 is Van's light-sport entry, built around a Rotax engine with wings that unbolt for easy trailer storage or transport.
Specifications
| Length | 5.9 m (19 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.2 m (27 ft) |
| Height | 2.4 m (8 ft) |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.6 t |
| Range | 700 NM (1,296 km) |
| Maximum speed | 120 kt (222 km/h) |
| Stall speed | 41 kt (76 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 8,000 ft (2,438 m) |
| Rate of climb | 906 ft/min (4.6 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 183 m (600 ft) |
| Landing distance | 170 m (558 ft) |
| Engines | 1x Rotax 912 |
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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