2005 CULP SPECIALTIES CULP SPECIAL

General Specs (cont.)

Total Time:261

Engine 1 Time:261

Prop 1 Time:261

Condition:Used

Year Painted:2005

Interior Year:2005

Additional Classifications

Aerobatic

Experimental / Homebuilt

Detailed Description

REDUCED TO SELL

First flown in April 1996, the Culp Special was designed by Steven Culp of Culp Specialities, Shreveport, Louisiana (USA) as a development from the basic design of the Steen Skybolt, to increase its aerobatic performance. Reminiscent of the famous pre-WWII Laird designs, the Culp Special was aimed specifically at unlimited aerobatics.

VH-ZUZ is a rare find; the first in Australia, built by Peter Cash. The aircraft is fitted with the Aeromotors Sa M-14P 9-cylinder radial engine and the airframe has been lovingly built and maintained throughout its life. Offering low total, engine and propeller times, this aircraft would suit the enthusiast looking for a unique bi-plane that oozes 1930's style and grace. MTOW just increased to 1100kg! (Aerobatic: 1000kg).

Avionics / Equipment

Standard flight instrumentation: ASI, VSI, T&B, Alt, Clock, VHF comm radio, Oil P/T, CHT, RPM, MAP, Hour meter, Fuel pressure, Fuel quantity, G-meter plus front seat basic flight instrumentation & controls.

Airframe

Immaculate. Built by Mr Peter Cash.

Cruise speed (kts)
Sea Level @ 75% power
115
Stall speed landing (kts)
60
Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
1100 (1000kg Aeros)
Empty weight (kg)
778
G limits
+6 / -4
Fuel capacity
225 litres
No. of fuel tanks
2
Aircraft logbooks available & complete?
Available & complete

Engines / Mods / Prop

Engine manufacturer / Model(s)
Aeromotors S.A M14P (360HP)
Engine serial number(s)
RA 9832027
Last known cylinder compressions
Mid-high 70's (top-end O/H 2017)
Propeller / rotor manufacturer
V Perod 2-blade CSU
Propeller / rotor serial
4000262
Propeller / rotor hours
261.3 HRS

Interior / Exterior

Very tidy and clean.

Remarks

One of the finest examples in the world. 

Annual due date
15/02/2023
Registration due
Reason for sale
Retiring for aviation
Location airport / place
Serpentine (YSEN)
Unserviceable items / work needing completion
NIL
Accident history / details
NIL
Storage history
Hangared all life
Extras included in the sale:
Aux air starting bottle & fittings, electric tow bar