3Xtrim Basics
Source:
3Xtrim - Zaklady Lotnicze
The 3Xtrim is a
single-engine, two-seater monoplane with braced high-wing,
conventional controls and fixed three-wheel landing gear. The
front-mounted engine is coupled to a two-blade, adjustable pulling
propeller. A spacious, heated and ventilated cockpit with seats in
one row and a large baggage compartment.is comfortable, silent and
well furbished. Access is easy through doors on each side opening
upwards and supported in this position by gas springs.
Fixed
three-wheel landing gear with castoring front wheel, composite main
spring and hydraulic disc brakes, ensures safe take-off and landing
on all types of airport surfaces, grass airfields included.
A
fifth-generation Ballistic Rescue System (BRS5) provides protection
for the passengers and aircraft at speeds up to 235 kmph (145
mph).
The aircraft structure is fully fabricated from composites
based on an epoxy resin with glass and carbon fibre. This type of
structure reduces the necessary maintenance work to pre-flight
inspection and cleaning.
The aircraft fully complies with the
JAR-VLA requirements and has a Type Certificate of Very Light
Airplane. Excellent flight characteristics make this aircraft a
perfect choice for primary schooling, training, travelling, and
recreation. and patrolling flights. the aircraft is just as suitable
for patrol flights and air photography. Steering is precise, easy
and pleasant.
Thanks to the incorporated technical solutions,
components and materials adopted, the operational costs are very low
and comparable with operational costs of a passenger car. A
three-years manufacturer's warranty is standard.
3Xtrim 450 - UL
This
version is a perfect choice for flying schools in countries where
ultra-light categories (ULA, UL, ULM) are already in the skies. This
category limits the take-off weight to 450 kg and empty weight
(without BRS) usually to 280 kg (600 lbs). 3Xtrim 450-UL is similar
in concept and construction to 3Xtrim 550-VLA, with the exception
that weight has been reduced by extensive use of carbon fibre
reinforced composites and omission of some equipment and furnishing.
Reduced weight makes it possible to propel the airplane with a Rotax
912A engine providing continuous power of 79 HP (5 min. peak power
81 HP). A two-blade propeller, 3Xtrim 170 type, with a diameter of
1.7 m, is adjustable on the ground
Main advantages of this
version include an attractive price and very low maintenance and
operating costs. This airplane ideally fits into the idea of "cheap
and unlimited" flying.
The plane is also available with the
Rotax 912S engine providing 95 HP (5 min. peak power 100 HP) and
offering outstanding performance.
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