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PA28 181 Archer II

Carenado

FIXED GEARTRAINER

4.6/5 (365)


One of the most popular aircraft ever made, the Archer II is a perfect balance between trainer and leisure.

Its stable flight characteristics and simple design make it an excellent trainer. Low wing and very low stall speed are among its main features.

The Archer has enough speed to get you where you want to go with a very pleasant control and high security level.

Single piston engine, 4 seats, 180 HP, max speed of 154 KTS and a maximum range of 670 NM are its main features

Features

· 8 liveries + white livery · GNS430. · GTN750 integration option (GTN750 from pms50.com). · GTN750Xi integration option (GTN750Xi from tdssim.com). · BK KX 165 TSO Nav/Com radio. · BK KR 87 TSO ADF. · BK KT76A Transponder. · BK KMA-24 Audio Panel. · Cold and dark / Ready to taxi / Ready for takeoff start options. · Engine and wind sound effects when opening doors and windows. · Original HQ digital stereo sounds recorded directly from the real aircraft (engine, knobs, switches, buttons and different elements). · Realistic flight dynamics compared to the real airplane. Realistic weight and balance. Tested by several pilots for maximum accuracy.

The PA28 Archer II is an American single-engine, 4-seat monoplane. Introduced in 1975, it is a member of a popular PA28 family of light aircraft, the fist of which took its maiden flight in January of 1960. The Archer II features a larger wing, an elongated fuselage, and improved performance over its direct predecessors. The Archer II cabin seats up to four, including the pilot. It has a traditional empennage and a fixed tricycle undercarriage with wheel pants for maximum aerodynamic efficiency. The aircraft measures 23 feet, 10 inches in length, stands 7 feet, 4 inches tall, and has a wingspan of 35 feet. It is powered by a 4-cylinder piston engine that delivers up to 180 horsepower to a 2-blade, fixed-pitch propeller. The PA28 Archer II has a take-off ground roll of 870 feet and it lands in 925 feet. It has a range of 650 miles, a service ceiling of 13,236 feet above sea level, and it climbs at 667 feet per minute. It stalls at 56 miles per hour, cruises at 134 mph, and has a top speed of 144. The PA28 Archer II is known as a highly versatile aircraft suitable for pilots ranging from novice to well seasoned. Whether practicing basic flight maneuvers or taking off on a cross-country tour, the Archer II will consistently deliver.

Specifications


CRUISE SPEED124 KTS
ENGINELycoming O-360-A4M 180 HP
MAX ALTITUDE13236 FT
RANGE565 NM
EMPTY WEIGHT1416 LBS
MAX WEIGHT2550 LBS
FUEL CAPACITY50 US GAL
LENGTH23' 9.6''
WINGSPAN36'