Van's RV-7
The Van’s RV-7 modernised the RV-6 with improved handling, a larger cockpit, and updated construction details. It is a side-by-side two-seater that can be built for touring, aerobatics, or simple sport flying. Its kit-built nature means individual aircraft vary widely in avionics and finish.
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The RV-7 modernised the RV-6 with a larger cockpit and refined handling while keeping its side-by-side two-seat layout.
Specifications
| Length | 6.3 m (21 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Height | 1.7 m (6 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 1 |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.9 t |
| Range | 750 NM (1,389 km) |
| Maximum speed | 180 kt (333 km/h) |
| Stall speed | 44 kt (81 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,900 ft/min (9.7 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 152 m (499 ft) |
| Landing distance | 200 m (656 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 155 l |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming IO-360 |
| Units built | 1,909 |
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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