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What are the characteristics of aircraft KFM 112M?

KFM 112M is a Czech high-wing, two-seat, strut-braced, tricycle-gear, kit aircraft that is designed and built by Czech Aircraft Works.

Basic specifications:

* Wingspan: 20.0 ft (6.10 m)

* Length: 20.2 ft (6.15 m)

* Height: 8.2 ft (2.50 m)

* Empty weight: 794 lb (360 kg)

* Gross weight: 1,323 lb (600 kg)

* Fuel capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)

* Engine: 1 × Rotax 912 ULS inline four-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid- and air-cooled, four-cylinder, 100 hp (75 kW)

Performance:

* Maximum speed: 130 mph (210 km/h, 113 kn)

* Cruise speed: 112 mph (180 km/h, 97 kn)

* Stall speed: 50 mph (80 km/h, 43 kn)

* Range: 400 mi (640 km, 350 nmi)

* Service ceiling: 14,000 ft (4,300 m)

* Rate of climb: 800 ft/min (4.1 m/s)

Key points:

* The aircraft is constructed of a wooden airframe with fabric covering.

* The KFM 112M has two side-by-side seats and is fitted with a centrally located sliding canopy. It also features an enclosed baggage area accessible from behind the seats.

* The aircraft can be powered by several choices of four-stroke power plants that range from 75 hp to 135 hp.