The Kawasaki KAL-1 was the first post-war all-metal aircraft of Japanese design. Flown for the first time on 21 July 1953, the KAL-1 was built by the Kawasaki Gifu works and powered by a 260 hp Lycoming GO-435-C-2 engine. Two prototypes were completed.
Designed as a four-seat liaison aircraft for the Japanese Air Self-Defence Force, the KAT-1 tandem two-seat basic trainer employs a similar wing and tail assembly.
Engine: 260 hp Lycoming GO-435-C-2
Wing span: 34 ft 1.5 in
Wing area: 196 sq.ft
Length: 29 ft 6 in
Height: 8 ft 2.5 in
Empty weight: 2022 lb
Loaded weight: 3230 lb
Max speed: 174 mph
Cruise speed: 167.5 mph
Service ceiling: 19,700 ft
Max range: 1000 mi
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