Spartan 8W Zeus

Spartan 8W NC17612

The 1937 Spartan 8W Zeus was an evolution of militarized Executive with larger engine and greenhouse cockpit. One was built for the USAAC analysis as an advance trainer, NC17612 c/n 8W-1. A small number were exported as light bomber.

8W Zeus
Engine: 550hp P&W R-1340 Wasp
Wing span: 39’0″
Length: 27’3″
Useful load: 1513 lb
Max speed: 234 mph
Cruise: 218 mph
Stall: 65 mph
Range: 760 mi
Ceiling: 29,400 ft
Seats: 2

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