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SCOUT 8GCBC

Lycoming O-360-C1G, 180 HP Engine
MT Propeller, MTV-15-B/203-58
80" 2-Blade Composite Constant-Speed Propeller

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Powerplant: Lycoming O-360-C1G

  • Horsepower @ RPM: 180 HP @ 2,700 rpm

  • Recommended Engine TBO: 2,000 hours

  • Constant-Speed Propeller: MT Composite MTV-15-B/203-58

  • Propeller Diameter: 80 in.

  • Length: 23 ft.

  • Height: 8.7 ft.

  • Wingspan: 36.3 ft.

  • Wing Area: 180 sq. ft.

  • Wing Loading: 11.9 lb./sq. ft.

  • Power Loading: 11.9 lb./HP

  • Seats: 2 (tandem)

  • Cabin Length: 8 ft. 10 in.

  • Cabin Width: 2 ft. 6 in.

  • Cabin Height: 3 ft. 11 in.

  • Empty Weight: 1,340 to 1,420 lbs.

  • Gross Weight: 2,150 lbs.

  • Useful Load: 810 to 730 lbs.

  • Fuel Capacity: 72 gal. (70 gal. usable)

  • Oil Capacity: 8 qt.

  • Baggage Capacity: 100 lbs.

  • Extended Baggage Area Capacity: 30 lbs

PERFORMANCE

  • Takeoff Distance, Ground Roll: 210 to 417 ft.

  • Takeoff Distance Over 50-ft. Obstacle: 384 to 697 ft.

  • Demonstrated Crosswind Component: 15 kts.

  • Rate of Climb, Sea Level: 1,496 to 1,075 fpm

  • Maximum Level Speed, Sea Level: 140 mph

  • Cruise Speed / Endurance with 45-Min. Reserve @ 75% Power: 130 mph / 6.8 hrs.

  • Fuel Consumption (55% to 75% Power, per Lycoming Data): 6.9 to 10.3 gph

  • Maximum Range (55% Power): 1,079 miles

  • Service Ceiling: 17,000 ft.

  • Landing Distance Over 50-ft. Obstacle: 686 to 887 ft.

  • Landing Distance, Ground Roll: 222 to 423 ft.

LIMITED AND RECOMMENDED AIRSPEEDS

 

  • VX (Best Angle): 61 mph IAS

 

  • VY (Best Rate): 76 mph IAS

 

  • VA (Design Maneuvering): 118 mph IAS

 

  • VF (Maximum Flap Speed): 102 mph IAS

 

  • VNO (Maximum Structural Cruising): 133 mph IAS

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  • VNE (Never Exceed): 166 mph IAS

 

  • VR (Rotation, 14° Flaps): 50 mph IAS

 

  • VS1 (Stall, Clean): 43 to 52 mph IAS

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  • VS0 (Stall, Full Flaps): 32 to 40 mph IAS

**Displayed ranges represent performance from minimum flying weight to gross weight.

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These values represent standard-day conditions: no wind, stock 8.50 × 6 tires, and average piloting technique.

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Our competitors often choose to display only optimum figures, which can vary with weight, wind, piloting technique, tire size, and other conditions.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

INSTRUMENTS

  • Fuel Quantity Gauges (Left and Right)

  • Digital Clock

  • Magnetic Compass (Backlit)

AVIONICS

  • Front & Rear Push-to-Talk Buttons

  • Emergency Locator Transmitter

  • Broadband Transmitting Antenna

  • Twin Headset LEMO Jacks

  • Cabin Speaker

  • Avionics Master Switch

SAFETY & CONVENIENCE

  • Parking Brake

  • Quick-Jettison Door

  • Oil Quick Drain

  • Stall Warning Indicator

  • Cargo Net

  • Entrance Step

  • Removable Metal Belly

  • Door Map Pocket

ELECTRICAL

  • Electric Permanent-Magnet Starter

  • 70-Amp Alternator

  • Battery Box with Sealed Battery

  • LED Pulse Landing Light

  • LED Navigation / Strobe / Position Lights

  • Voltage Regulator

  • Electrical Control Panel

COMFORT & APPEARANCE

  • Front Strut Speed Fairings

  • Foam Bucket Seats with Folding Backs

  • Adjustable Front Seat

  • Front and Rear 5-Point Harnesses

  • Vinyl Headliner

  • Deluxe Textured Vinyl Interior

  • Front and Rear Cabin Heaters

  • Cabin Air Vents

  • Soundproofing

  • Tinted Windows (Gray)

  • Tinted Greenhouse Roof (Dark Gray)

FEATURES

  • Adjustable Flaps

  • 72-Gallon Fuel System

  • Powder-Coated Fuselage Frame

  • Left-Opening Pilot Window

  • Stainless Steel Exhaust

  • Balanced Elevator

  • Dual Flight Controls

  • Steerable 8" Pneumatic Tailwheel

  • Lightweight Aluminum Gear

  • Wheels with 8.50 × 6, 4-Ply Tires

  • Wing Tie-Down Rings

  • Carbon Fiber Floorboards

  • 130-lb. Capacity Baggage Compartment with Firewall-Mounted Battery

  • B&C Oil Filter Adapter

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

  • 3-Blade MT Composite Propeller

    • MTV-9-B/190-18a

  • 2-Blade Hartzell Aluminum Propeller

    • HC-C2YR-1BF/F7666A

  • Supplemental Left and Right Wing LED Lighting

    • with Flood and Wig-Wag

  • Vortex Generators

  • Heated Pitot

  • Wide Rear Seat

  • Glider Tow Assembly

  • Aileron Spades

  • CFP-2 Additional Corrosion Protection

    • Oil-Prepped Fuselage Tubing

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