ROTAX 912 IS/ULS Aircraft Engine Series
The ROTAX 912 ULS is a popular four-stroke, horizontally opposed, four-cylinder aircraft engine manufactured by BRP-Rotax. It is widely used in light sport aircraft (LSA), ultralights, and other small aircraft due to its reliability, efficiency, and relatively low maintenance requirements.
- Engine Type: Four-stroke, horizontally opposed (flat-four) configuration. Air-cooled cylinders with liquid-cooled cylinder heads.
- Displacement: 1,211 cc (74 cubic inches).
- Power Output: 100 hp (74.6 kW) at 5,800 RPM.
- Fuel System: Dual carburetors (Bing 64/32/60 or 64/32/80). Designed to run on unleaded automotive gasoline (91+ octane) or 100LL avgas.
- Weight: Dry weight: Approximately 135 lbs (61.2 kg).
- Reduction Gearbox: Integrated gearbox with a reduction ratio of 2.43:1 or 2.27:1.
- Lubrication System: Dry sump lubrication system with an external oil tank.
- Ignition System: Dual independent electronic ignition systems for redundancy.
- Cooling System: Cylinder heads are liquid-cooled, while the cylinders are air-cooled.
- Propeller Drive: Flange-mounted propeller hub.
- Certifications: Certified under EASA and FAA for use in light sport and ultralight aircraft.
The ROTAX 912 ULS is commonly used in aircraft such as:
- Light Sport Aircraft (LSA): Flight Design CTLS, Tecnam P2008, Evektor SportStar
- Ultralights and Microlights: Quicksilver GT500, Aeroprakt A22
- Experimental and Homebuilt Aircraft: Van's RV-12, Zenith CH 750
- Fuel Efficiency: Optimized for low fuel consumption
- Reliability: Proven track record with thousands of engines in operation
- Ease of Maintenance: Designed for straightforward maintenance and inspection
- Versatility: Can run on both automotive gasoline and avgas
WEIGHT
Engine with propeller speed reduction gearbox i = 2.43: 64.0 kg (140.8 lb)
Exhaust system: 4.0 kg (8.8 lb)
Engine suspension frame: 2.0 kg (3.7 lb)
Overload clutch: 1.7 kg (3.7 lb)
External alternator: 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)
PERFORMANCE
84.8 kW (115 hp) at 5800 1/min
TORQUE: 144 Nm (106 ft. lb.) at 4900 1/min
Max RPM: 5800 1/min
DIMENSIONS
BORE: 79.5 mm (3.13 in)
STROKE: 61.0 mm (2.4 in)
DISPLACEMENT: 1211.2 cm³ (73.91 cu in)
The ROTAX 912 ULS is a cornerstone of the light aviation industry, offering a balance of power, reliability, and efficiency for a wide range of aircraft.
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