The UH-12T4 Explorer is a classic wood design featuring wood ribs and stringers with plywood skin. It's a good trainer for the beginner who likes to work with wood. Power is provided by a direct drive lift engine and a direct drive thrust engine.
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| Capacity |
2 to 3 Persons |
| Payload |
450 Lbs |
| Speed |
40 mph |
| Hover Height |
8 inches |
| Length |
12 ft 5 in |
| Width |
6 ft |
| Empty Weight |
375 Lbs |
| Flotation |
1500 Lbs |
| Climb Gradient |
14 to 22% |
| Engines |
3.5 to 7 hp lift (under 35 Lbs), 8 to 15 hp thrust (under 65 Lbs) |
| Construction Method |
Wood Rib and Plywood Skin |
| Construction Time |
175 hours |
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