Zenair CH-100 Mono-Z
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The Mono-Z is a single-place, scaled-down version of the original Zenith first built in 1974. It offers maximum operating economy with VW power at a three gph cruise. Detachable wings leave an 8-foot-wide section for easy road towing, requiring only 20 minutes to install both wings. It is stressed for 9G’s and with 100-hp becomes a powerful aerobatic performer. Engine range from the VW 1600 to 100-hp Continental.
It was marketed as plans and kits for home-builders.
Engine: VW 1600cc
Wingspan: 22'0"
Length: 19'6"
Useful load: 330 lb
Cruise speed: 105 mph
Stall: 47 mph
Seats: 1
Engine: 100-hp Continental
Gross Weight: 960 lbs.
Empty Weight: 630 lbs
Fuel capacity: 15 USG.
Wingspan: 22 ft
Length: 19ft 6in.
Wing area: 91 sq.ft
Top speed: 125 mph.
Cruise speed: 110 mph
Stall speed: 48 mph.
Climb rate: 820 fpm
Takeoff run (to 50ft): 1000 ft
Landing run (from 50ft): 1000 ft
Range: 400sm
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