Thorp S-18

The S-18 folding wing aircraft is available as a plans or kit built aircraft. It is an all metal 2-place side-by-side aerobatic plane. The basic structure is the same as the proven T-18 Thorp with a wider and longer fuselage. Revised airfoil on the folding wing. Engines approved are 0-290 thru 0-360 allowing cruise performance from 160 to 180 mph.

Specifications:

Kit Price w/o Engine: ~$20,500

Plans Price: ~$350

Number of Seats: 2

Building Materials: M

Building Time: ~1900 HRS

Standard Engine: LYC. 290, 320 or 360

Horsepower: 135-180

Wing Span: 20.10 Ft.

Wing Area: 86 Sq. Ft.

Empty Weight: 1000 Lbs.

Gross Weight: 1600 Lbs.

Takeoff Distance: 900 Ft.

Landing Distance: 1200 Ft.

Cruise Speed: 180 MPH

Top Speed: 200 MPH

Fuel Capacity: 29 Gal.

Range: 540 Miles

For more information on the S-18
Thorp Central
4315 N Tioga Way, Las Vegas, Nv 89129
Phone/Fax: 702 232-4261 • E-mail: cubes@cox.net