How much fuel does a Rotax 912 use per hour?
With fuel consumption as low as 4–5 gallons per hour, the 912 ULS remains one of the most economical engines in its category—helping flight schools and private owners alike reduce total cost of ownership. The Rotax 912 ULS is certified for use with both AVGAS and MOGAS, adding operational flexibility across regions. USE OF AVGAS: If you find it necessary to use Avgas in your Rotax 912/914 aircraft engine you will need to replace your spark plugs twice as often, and change the oil and oil filter at least every 50 hours.
How much horsepower does a Rotax 912 engine have?
The rotax 912 is an 80hp aircraft engine manufactured by bombardier recreational products (brp) in austria. Its layout is 4 cylinder boxer with a gear reduction. This engine has been very popular and is the forerunner to the 100hp 912s engine. Versatile, cost-efficient, and easy to use and maintain, rotax engines have gained the trust of flight schools, home builders, and aircraft manufacturers alike.Rotax is the brand name for a range of internal combustion engines developed and manufactured by the Austrian company BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co KG (until 2016 BRP-Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG), in turn owned by the Canadian Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP).Rotax engines are famous for their reliability and best-in-class power-to-weight ratio. Versatile, cost-efficient, and easy to use and maintain, Rotax engines have gained the trust of flight schools, home builders, and aircraft manufacturers alike.
How much is a 80 hp Rotax 912?
Rans’ price for the 80 hp Rotax 912 UL is now $16,350, down from $17,495 in January. The Rotax 912 series engine powers dozens of types of light sport aircraft, and is widely considered one of the most reliable reciprocating engines available today. New Rotax 912 ULS is $23,000 plus shipping and installation (something you would have to do with a rebuilt also, or more, as you will be shipping two ways). Rebuild cost in the $20,000 plus range.Typically, ULS overhauls costs are about $13,500 to $15,000, but can be higher if valve or cylinder work is needed. The iS has more components, including the fuel injection system, ECUs and dual, high-pressure fuel pumps.Having discussed this with my Rotax mechanic he indicates the cost is so similar to a new engine there is no advantage. New Rotax 912 ULS is $23,000 plus shipping and installation (something you would have to do with a rebuilt also, or more, as you will be shipping two ways). Rebuild cost in the $20,000 plus range.
What is the TBO on a Rotax 912 engine?
The Rotax 912 iS Sport engine offers a TBO (time between overhauls) of 2,000 hours. Rotax 912 engines have a TBO of 1500 to 2000 hours/12 to 15 year depending on production date.