The
design goal of the S-6S was to create a fast build kit plane with traditional aircraft
fabric covering. The basic airframe is based off the successful S-6ES. In the
tradition of the ES series most parts are preformed and prefinished. Typically on
fabric planes, the inside is painted or covered with fabric. Many hours of tedious
labor is saved with the use of a molded interior kit. Final assembly can begin once
inventory and inspection is complete. Only the outside of the plane and the
instrument panel require painting. Even the panel can be ordered
powdercoated.
A Super Six can be built in the confines of an average garage using
normal shop tools and skills. The Super Six is an excellent project for the
first-time builder wanting the challenge of traditional aircraft fabric. Because of
the high level of "out of the box" finish and preparation, more time can be
spent on the details resulting in a highly professional finish with performance to match. RANS offers three different wing sizes for the Super
Six. Each wing has it's own feel, but all fly with proper manners and no surprises.
The standard wing is constant chord and 34.5 feet in span with constant chord ailerons and
flaps. Area Two wings use the standard wing with larger tapered ailerons and flaps.
Consider the stock wing for extra STOL performance required by float or heavy load high
altitude operations. Consider Area Two if compliance with wing loading is
crucial. For more agile handling and 10 to 15 mph higher cruise consider the 116
wing.
With the standard wing the stock engine is the 47 HP Rotax 503 offering good
performance. A popular option that offers performance to spare is the Rotax 582 65
HP engine. The top of the line choice is the 912 four-stroke engine. The 912 offers the
best in overall performance and fuel economy, with overhaul times as high as 1200 hours.
Check out the S-6SXL, this is a special value packed economy version of the S-6S.
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July, 2001
Our new Coyote II Demo Plane is tail dragger heaven! Story
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Boasting the 100 hp Rotax 912S, this RANS S-6S Demo Plane puts up some impressive numbers. Get the
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Specifications, Performance, Standard Features, and
Pricing:
The
design goal of the S-6S was to create a fast build kit plane with traditional aircraft
fabric covering. The basic airframe is based off the successful S-6ES. In the
tradition of the ES series most parts are preformed and prefinished. Typically on
fabric planes, the inside is painted or covered with fabric. Many hours of tedious
labor is saved with the use of a molded interior kit. Final assembly can begin once
inventory and inspection is complete. Only the outside of the plane and the
instrument panel require painting. Even the panel can be ordered
powdercoated.
With the standard wing the stock engine is the 47 HP Rotax 503 offering good
performance. A popular option that offers performance to spare is the Rotax 582 65
HP engine. The top of the line choice is the 912 four-stroke engine. The 912 offers the
best in overall performance and fuel economy, with overhaul times as high as 1200 hours.
Check out the S-6SXL, this is a special value packed economy version of the S-6S.
