VH-XME - 1997 THORP T18

1997

THORP

T18

VH-XME

Q137

Used

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✈️ FOR SALE: Thorp T-18 VH-XME – Low Hours, High Impact! ✈️ Looking for something fabulous, unique, and ready to fly? Meet VH-XME — a stunning example of the iconic Thorp T-18 Tiger, with just 564 hours on both the airframe and engine. Built in Australia in 1997, this aircraft combines proven performance with true personality. With its striking “hot rod” paint job, this machine turns heads on every tarmac and is perfect for the pilot who wants to fly something with flair. Aircraft Highlights: • Model: Thorp T-18 Tiger (Amateur-Built) • Registration: VH-XME • Serial Number: Q137 • Year Built: 1997 (Australia) • Airframe Time: 564 hours • Engine Time: 564 hours • Engine: Lycoming O-320-E2G (Piston) • Propeller: Fixed-pitch wooden (model unspecified) • Max Takeoff Weight: 725 kg • Certification: Amateur Built (CDA Data B expired) Visual Appeal & Condition: • Custom “Hot Rod” Paint Scheme – Photographed at Avalon Airport (2005), described as “a real hot rod job!” • All-metal construction, meticulously maintained • Perfect for airshows, personal flying, or aviation enthusiasts looking to own a unique piece of Australian aviation history About the Thorp T-18: Originally designed by John Thorp in 1963, the T-18 quickly became one of the most popular and respected homebuilt aircraft worldwide. Known for its speed, efficiency, and excellent handling, the T-18 also made history as the first homebuilt aircraft to fly around the world and to both North Poles. Performance (Typical for Model): • Cruise Speed: 160–200+ mph • Stall Speed: ~65 mph • Range: ~500 miles • Climb Rate: ~2,000 ft/min • Takeoff Roll: ~300 ft • Landing Roll: ~900 ft • Gross Weight: ~680 kg • Empty Weight:~410 kg Location: Warnervale, NSW Contact: Matthew Webber on number provided. More photos & logbooks by request

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