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RANS S-12XL AIRAILE
 Specifications, Performance, Standard Features, Pricing and Options
SPECIFICATIONS 52 HP 65 HP 80 HP/100HP
Wing Span 31.0 ft 31.0 ft 31.0 ft
Area 152 sq ft 152 sq ft 152 sq ft
Mean Chord 4 ft 10.5 in. 4 ft 10.5 in. 4 ft 10.5 in
Aspect. 6.33:1 6.33:1 6.33:1
Length. 21 ft 8 in 21 ft 8 in 21 ft 8 in
Height 88 in 88 in 88 in
Cockpit Width 41 in 41 in 41 in
Headroom. 41.5 in. 41.5 in. 41.5 in
Legroom 44.5 in. 44.5 in. 44.5 in
Number of Seats. 2 2 2
Doors 2 2 2
Landing Gear*. F/TR F/TR F/TR
Baggage Volume **. n/a. n/a. n/a
Baggage Capacity. n/a. n/a. n/a
Auxiliary Baggage Volume n/a. n/a n/a
Auxiliary Baggage Capacity n/a. n/a n/a
Fuel Capacity ***. 9 gal US 9 gal US 9 gal US
       
POWER PLANT 503 582 912/912S
Engine. Rotax 503. Rotax 582. Rotax 912/912S
Output. 52 hp. 65 hp. 80 hp/100 hp
Oil Capacity. n/a 2.5 qts. 3.0 qts
Coolant Capacity. n/a 4.4 qts. 4.4 qts
Propeller Diameter 68 in 68 in 68 in to 72 in
Propeller Type. Wood Wood Wood
Gear Reduction. 1:2.58 1:2.58 1:2.27/1:2.43
Fuel G.P.H. 4.0 gal @ 85% 5.75 gal @ 85% 4.1/4.5  gal @ 80%
       
PERFORMANCE      
Take Off Roll. 285 ft. 250 ft. 285/220 ft
Rate of Climb 500 fpm. 900 fpm. 900/1200 fpm
Service Ceiling 12,500 ft 14,000 ft 14,000/14,500 ft
Cruise 65 mph 75 mph 85/90 mph
VNE. 100 mph 100 mph 100 mph
Stall Clean. 38 mph 40 mph 42 mph
Stall Flaps. 32 mph 33 mph 35 mph
Roll Rate. 70° /sec 70° /sec 70° /sec
Glide Ratio 7:1. 7:1. 7:1
Landing Roll 200 ft. 200 ft. 200 ft
Endurance. 4.5 hrs. 3.1 hrs. 4.4/4.0 hrs
Range. 292.5 miles. 232.5 miles. 374/360 miles
       
WEIGHTS AND LOADINGS      
Gross Weight 920 lbs 975 lbs 1100 lbs
Empty Weight 430 lbs 475 lbs 575 lbs
Useful Load. 490 lbs 500 lbs 525 lbs
Wing Loading 6.0 lbs. 6.4 lbs. 7.2 lbs
Power Loading 17.7 lbs. 15.0 lbs. 13.75 lbs
Limit Load Factors +4 -2. +4 -2. +4 -2
       
* F/TR = Fixed/Trike
** 50 lbs of baggage can be carried in the space available behind the seats.
*** Double the Range with a second optional wing tank.

Standard Equipment and Features

Engine Install Kits**; 2-Blade wood prop; Semi-focal 4-point rubber isolated engine mount; Steerable nose gear, mini pod, dual rudder pedals, drum brakes; 6" Nose and main gear aluminum wheels; Spring steel main gear; Individual seating adjusts fore and aft, 4 positions and tilt; Upholstered seats with map pockets; Dual control sticks; Dual throttles; Center brake handle; Molded center instrument panel; Standard instruments include: ASI, RPM, CHT, hourmeter in center mount console; Aluminum airfoil struts; 3" Tubular Aluminum Main wing spar and root tube; 2" Tubular Aluminum Trailing wing spar; 5" X .065 6061-T6 tail boom; Root rib tension system on wings, ailerons and flaps; Wings fold or detach; Folding jury struts; Welded 4130 cockpit cage comes power coated; Fuel sump drain; 9 Gallon fuel wing tank (dual wing tank optional); Lap and shoulder belts; Dual elevator horns operated by 1.25" push-pull tube; Cable and push -pull tube differential ailerons; Folding tail and wings (20 minutes); 4 ounce Dacron skin in choice of colors.

The S-12XL Airaile is an FAA Approved 51% Kit - No painting,* fabric work or welding required. Clear coating of covering recommended. Order our video to learn the how-to's of clear coating. ($15 VHS, $20 PAL and $10 shipping costs outside U.S.A.)

* Enclosure pieces provided unpainted, 2024-T3 ALCLAD can be polished or painted.

** Includes everything to install engine: cowling, mount, prop, isolators, wiring, connector, etc.

Build Time:

Stock -- 175 to 225 hours

Partial Enclosure -- 250 to 300 hours

Full Enclosure -- 325 to 500 hours

Kits delivered as of 11/05: 992 (S-12 Series)

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S-12XL Airaile Pricing & Options
BASE PRICES WITHOUT ENGINE (Click Here for current Engine Pricing)
Complete Airframe Kit 
Including all components, parts, and hardware to install the Rotax 503 DC engine		  $13,500
Complete Airframe Kit
Including all components, parts, and hardware to install the Rotax 582 DC engine 		 $14,200
Complete Airframe Kit
Including all components, parts, and hardware to install the Rotax 912 UL engine 		 $16,300
Complete Airframe Kit
Including all components, parts, and hardware to install the Rotax 912S UL engine 		 $16,500
NOTE: Subtract $230 for 503 or 582 install kits less prop. Subtract $300 for 912 install kit less prop. Subtract $400 for 912S install kit less prop.  Prices for engines and props purchased later will be quoted at the time of purchase
 
ENGINE RELATED OPTIONS
Oil Injection Tank and Mount (Standard with 582.) 
Order tank and mount for the 582 direct from Rotax. 		  
C Gear Box (503 or 582)
Ratios usable for S-12XL are 2.62:1 and 3:1. 3:1 requires an optional propeller.		 $570
Electric Starter Kit (Standard with 912 and 912S Install Kits)
 Includes Magneto End Electric Starter Motor, Battery, Battery Box, Key Switch, Wiring, Cable, and Hardware.		 $800
Oil Cooler (For 912/912S) $175
 
PROP OPTIONS 
Standard prop for 503, 582, and 912 is 2-blade (Tennessee).  Standard prop for 912S is a 3-blade Ward Drive.  Please visit with our sales staff when considering propellers other than what is standard.
 
INSTRUMENTS
See our special page on additional instruments.
 
COVERING OPTIONS
The S-12XL comes standard with wings and tail made of 4 oz Dacron pre-sewn, pre-colored, slip-on skins. Builder may opt for dope and fabric covering.
 
COLOR CHOICES 
Any one color is standard.
Any 2 colors:  $100
Custom Schemes: (Liberty, Bahama, etc.)  $400
 
UPHOLSTERY OPTIONS
Stock upholstery is of a black nylon quilted fabric. For a more custom look, choose the following:
Headrests in stock black quilted fabric: . $100/pr
Deluxe Upholstery (includes headrests) and your choice of 40 fabrics:  $200
Super Deluxe Upholstery (includes headrests) Sewn in a fancier, 3-panel style. Buyer chooses 2 fabrics and a coordinating cording color:  $300
(Add $100 to Deluxe or Super Deluxe Purchased later.)
 
BRAKE / TIRE OPTIONS
The S-12XL comes standard with 6" non-aircraft grade tires and center hand brake. The following upgrades are available.
Tundra Tires (includes tundra fork, can not be used with wheel pants, sold only with 582 or larger engine.)
(without hydraulics) $170
(with hydraulics) no charge
Aircraft Grade Tires (Can be included with hydraulic brakes for no extra charge)
(without hydraulics) $85 / ea.
(with hydraulics) no charge
Hydraulic Brakes: Prices include your choice of aircraft grade tires or tundra tires.
Pilot Side Hydraulic Brakes $1,020
Both Sides Hydraulic Brakes $1,320
 
INTERIOR OPTIONS
Heater (Muffler) (Not for 912)  $140
In-Flight Flaps  $250
Elevator Trim System Flap Mount or Center Panel Mount  $150
Avionics Panel (Pre-Cut)
(as an option) $50
(purchased separately) $175
 

ENCLOSURE OPTIONS

STANDARD MINI-POD
Includes Nose Cone, Belly Pan 1 and Short Windshield. Tinted Lexan available at no additional charge.
MINI-POD with BELLY PAN 2 $110
PARTIAL ENCLOSURE
Includes Nose Cone, Full Windshield, Belly Pans 1 and 2, Half-Doors, Flow Fairings and Radiator Mods.
As option: $510
As later add-on: $750
Tinted Lexan: add $20
FULL ENCLOSURE
Includes Nose Cone, Full Windshield, all Belly Pans, Full Doors, Aft Enclosure, Flow Fences, Flap Fillet and Radiator Mods.
As option: $1360
As later add-on to Mini-Pod: $1600
As later add-on to Partial Enclosure (includes new doors): $1130
Tinted Lexan: add $30 if upgrading from Partial, $50 if upgrading from Mini-Pod.
Credit is given if builder elects to use previously purchased components in place of those in upgrade.
 
ASSEMBLY OPTIONS (follow this link for details on assembly options)
 
PAINT OPTIONS
Matching Paint on Tailboom (standard with Option No. 2 and Quick Build with Paint.  See ASSEMBLY OPTIONS) $100
Matching Paint on Center Cover (standard with Option No. 2 and Quick Build with Paint.  See ASSEMBLY OPTIONS) $50
Matching Paint on Flow Fences (standard with Option No. 2 and Quick Build with Paint.  See ASSEMBLY OPTIONS) $150
Matching Paint on Flap Fillet (standard with Option No. 2 and Quick Build with Paint.  See ASSEMBLY OPTIONS) $50
 
OTHER OPTIONS
2nd 9 gal. wing tank (one is standard)  $225
4" Spun Aluminum Spinner (Not available with 912 or 912S)  $40
Gascolator  $60
Wheel Pants (Mains plus Nose with hardware)  $415
Main Gear Leg Fairings, Unpainted  $90/pr
Main Gear Leg Fairings, Painted  $130/pr
Nose Gear Leg Fairing, Unpainted  $25
Nose Gear Leg Fairing, Painted $45
Float Adapter Kit for Puddle Jumper Floats - Includes Pneumatic Retract System
(Floats can be quoted at time of purchase.) 		 $3,200
Whelen Strobe/Nav Light Kit  $900
Aero Flash Strobe/Nav Light Kit $700
Strobe Mount Kit $40
Jury Strut Fairing Material  $20
Adjustable Lift Strut Kit  $95
Fillet fairing (Wing to strut)  $35/pr
Flap filler Raw (Standard with Full Enclosure)  $50
Flap filler, Painted (Standard with Full Enclosure)  $80
Tailwheel (in place of skid block)  $65
Tailwheel purchased later  $70
Wing Cover (Pair)  $575
Tail Cover  $225
Windshield Cover  $195

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RANS Inc. reserves the right to make changes in prices, specifications or models or add improvements at any time without notice or obligation. Some measurements are approximate. Photos may show optional equipment.

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