Engine
- Lycoming O-360 C4P 180HP @ 2700 RPM
- Recommended TBO 2000 hrs
- Sensenich 76 x 56 Metal Propeller
- (optional) McCauley 82 x 44 Metal Propeller
- (optional) Sensenich 80 x 47 Wood Propeller
- USA 35(B) Airfoil
- Wing Loading 12.9 lb/sq ft
- Power Loading 12.8 lb/hp
- 2 seats
Dimensions
- Length 23.5 ft
- Height 8.4 ft
- Wing Span 35.2 ft
- Wing Area 178 sq ft
- Cabin Width @ Pilot Position 24"
- Cabin Height @ Pilot Position 52"
Weights
- Empty Weight 1200 lbs
- Gross Weight 2300 lbs
- Max Useful Load 1100 lbs
- Max Payload w/Full Fuel 776 lbs
- Max Takeoff Weight 2300 lbs
- Max Landing Weight 2300 lbs
Capacities
- Fuel Standard 54 gal
- Oil 8 qts
- Cargo Volume 36 cubic ft
- Cargo Weight 205 lbs
TOP CUB PERFORMANCE DATA
Takeoff Distance
- @ 1600 lbs - 270 ft
- @ 2000 lbs - 420 ft
- @ 2300 lbs - 580 ft
(Distances based on Cruise Prop)
Landing Distance
- @ 1600 lbs - 400 ft
- @ 2000 lbs - 480 ft
- @ 2300 lbs - 580 ft
Stall Speed
Rate of Climb
Fuel Consumption
- @ 55% power - 6.8 gph
- @ 65% power - 8.4 gph
- @ 75% power - 9.7 gph
Speeds
- @ 55% power - 105 mph
- @ 65% power - 112 mph
- @ 75% power - 127 mph
Performance data is compiled from the CC18-180 FAA approved flight manual.
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FAA CERTIFICATION
- FAA Type Certificate CC18-180 TOP CUB
- FAR 23, Amendment 55
- Issued December 16, 2004
- CUBCRAFTERS™ Founder and CEO Jim Richmond
comments on 2005 CC18-180 TOP CUB certification
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Transcript (PDF)
- 5-24-04 - Spin Testing for 2300lb Gross Weight Increase
Watch a video clip of the Spin Testing:
Windows Media (1.83MB)
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