Schweizer SGS 1-21 - Specifications

Specifications

General characteristics

  • Crew: One
  • Capacity: 266 lbs (121 kg) water ballast in two wing tanks
  • Wingspan: 51 ft 0 in (15.54 m)
  • Wing area: 165 ft2 (15.3 m2)
  • Aspect ratio: 15.8
  • Wing profile: NACA 12012, 43012A, 23009
  • Empty weight: 470 lb (213 kg)
  • Gross weight: 720 lb (326 kg)

Performance

  • Maximum glide ratio: 27 at 50 mph (80 km/h)
  • Rate of sink: 150 ft/min (0.76 m/s)

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