OVERVIEW – RAF2000 FI EJ2.2

An autogyro (from Spanish autogiro), also known as gyroplane, gyrocopter, or rotaplane, is a type of rotorcraft which uses an unpowered rotor in autorotation to develop lift, and an engine-powered propeller, similar to that of a fixed-wing aircraft, to provide thrust. While similar to a helicopter rotor in appearance, the autogyro’s rotor must have air flowing through the rotor disc in order to generate rotation.

RAF2000 FI EJ2.2 EXTERIOR

A sleek, well-designed, two place RAF 2000 boasts sought-after standard features such as side by side seating, in-cabin heat, removable doors, full electronic trim, patented rotor stabilator and four cylinder, four cycle power plant. The patented mast to keel engagement forms a robust framework for unequalled structural integrity, while maintaining a very simplistic design well within the intellectual understanding of the aviation enthusiast. Make your quest to fly a reality with the RAF 2000.

RAF2000 FI EJ2.2 INTERIOR

The smooth contours and curves of the RAF 2000 are design features built into the RAF 2000 to enhance the performance of this industry leading aircraft. The reliable four-cylinder opposed Subaru engine gives the RAF 2000 smooth acceleration through the full range of speed, accelerating to 100 MPH with ease.

Innovation in design of the RAF rotor system coupled with the power of the Subaru engine gives the RAF 2000 the largest payload of any gyroplane in the industry. This uniquely designed industry leader boasts payloads up to 700lbs with the room and the power to get the job done.

Performance to out climb, outrun and outlast any competition, the RAF 2000 will meet and exceed your performance expectations.

DIMENSIONS

 

 Lenght

 4.15 meter

 Height

 2.59 meter

 Width

 1.53 meter

 Aircraft Dry Weight

 358 Kg

 Payload

 331Kg

 Gross Weight can be set as high as Category Weight

 698.54 Kg

 

ENGINE

 

Manufacturer

 SUBARU

Displacement

2200 cc

Horsepower

130 hp

Cooling

Liquid Cooled

Ignition

Electronic, Computer Controlled, Single Spark Plug/Cylinder

 

REDUCTION DRIVE

 

Manufacturer

 RAF

 Type

 HTD COG BELT

 Ratio

 2.10 to 1

 

PROPELLER

 

 Manufacturer

 WARPDRIVE

 # of blades

 3

 Diameter

 172.72 cm / 68 inches

 Pitch

 Ground Adjustable

 

ROTOR BLADE

 

Manufacturer

 RAF

 Rotor Span

 9.14 M /30 FT

 Blade Cord

 21.56 CM / 8.5 Inches

 Materials

Composites, Aluminum Spar,  Foam Core

 

ACTUAL DISC LOADING

 

Take-off Weight when set at Category Weight 0.95 Kg / 2.18 LBS/sq.feet

 

 

FUEL CAPACITY

 

FUEL CAPACITY

 85 Litre / 25 US Gallons

 Endurance (1/2hr on reserve)

 4.6 Hours

 Fuel Consumption (80% or  4200 rpm)

 21.82 Litre per hour / 4.8 US Gallons

 Unusable Fuel

 2.27 Litre / 1/2 Gallon

 Approved Fuel

 Premium Auto Gas / Unleaded

 Grades

 91-93 Octane

 

PERFORMANCE

 

 PERFORMANCE

 2.2 FI

 Minimum Speed (Min Altitude 300 FT)

 20-25 mph

 Cruise Speed

 70-80 mph

 Recommended VNE

 100 mph

 Maximum Speed

 120 mph

 Stall Speed

 N/A

 Take-off Air Speed

 30-35 mph

 Take-off Roll (Single Occupant)

 0-75 feet

 Landing Roll

 0-10 feet

 Rate of Climb

 1200 RPM

 

NOTES:

 

* Performance optimum at sea level and dependant on wind

* RAF 2000 Gyroplane requires flight instruction (min of 45hrs in-flight training)

* Prices and specs subject to change without prior notice