Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide
Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S · Model Guide
Overview
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S is a four-seat, retractable-gear, all-metal piston single built 2006 to 2008 per the library record. It has a 280 hp Continental TSIO-550-G, a standard Garmin G1000 and Mooney's claimed 242 kt top speed. The Type S is a faster follow-on to the original Acclaim.
- Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S: certified top speed 242 kt true at FL250, with five aerodynamic changes over the original Acclaim.
- One magazine test flight saw 236 kt at FL250 and 222 kt at 17,500 ft, at about 21 gph lean of peak.
- Several FAA-approved service bulletins apply. Confirm each is complied with and logged for the serial number.
- Standard G1000 and GFC700. TKS ice protection, air conditioning and extra fuel tanks were options.
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Document
Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 48 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Tks fluid (gal) ·
- 6.3
- Cabin width (in) ·
- 43.5
- Cabin height (in) ·
- 43
- Cabin length (in) ·
- 125
- Engine power (hp) ·
- 280
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 100
- Long range tank extra (gal) ·
- 30
- Max continuous manifold pressure (in) ·
- 30.4
Performance
- Climb rate (fpm) ·
- 800
- Max cruise speed (kt) ·
- 242
- Tested cruise fl250 (kt) ·
- 236
- Tested cruise 17500ft (kt) ·
- 222
- Range long range tanks (nm) ·
- 1,852
- Fuel flow lean of peak (gph) ·
- 21
Weight & balance
- Tks system dry (lb) ·
- 37
- Tks system full fluid (lb) ·
- 96
How fast is the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S?
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S has a certified top speed of 242 kt true at FL250. A magazine test saw 236 kt at that altitude in warm air and 222 kt at 17,500 ft. Both runs burned about 21 gph lean of peak.
What engine does the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S use?
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S uses a Continental TSIO-550-G rated at 280 hp, with a recommended TBO of 2,000 hr. It has twin turbochargers. Maximum continuous manifold pressure is 30.4 inches.
What should I check before buying a Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S?
For the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S, check logs for compliance with service bulletins M20-309, M20-311, M20-312, M20-316 and, where listed by serial, M20-299A. Also check the turbo overhaul history and the engine and prop times.
Can the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S fly in icing?
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S can be approved for flight into known icing only if it has the optional TKS system. That system weighs 37 lb dry and 96 lb with its 6.3 gal of fluid. Confirm it is fitted.
What is the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide?
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide is a model guide for the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S, dated 2026.
What year was the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide published?
The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide — the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S model guide on file — is dated 2026.
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
More Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type Smanuals & documents
- SERVICE BULLETIN M20-299AV Speeds Reference
- SERVICE BULLETIN M20-316Parts Catalog
- SERVICE BULLETIN M20-312Normal Procedures
- SERVICE BULLETIN M20-311Maintenance Manual
- SERVICE BULLETIN M20-309Flight Manual
- Mooney Acclaim Type SOther Documents
- 2008 Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type SSystems Description
- Mooney Acclaim Type SPilot's Operating Handbook
- Mooney Retrofit KitsParts Catalog
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In this document
What you get
Four seats, G1000 with GFC700 autopilot, and a three-blade Hartzell prop. The engine is rated 280 hp with a recommended TBO of 2,000 hr. Maximum continuous manifold pressure is 30.4 inches. Cabin is 125 in long, 43.5 in wide and 43 in high. A 2008 listing shows 100 US gal of fuel, speed brakes and dual batteries.
Performance in practice
A magazine pilot got 236 kt at FL250 against a book figure of 240 kt in warm air. He also saw 230 kt at 21 gph at 50 degrees lean of peak, and 222 kt at 17,500 ft at about 21 gph. Climb was 800-plus fpm all the way up. Long-range tanks add 30 gal, and Mooney quotes 1,852 nm with them.
Pre-buy checks
Ask for proof of these bulletins: M20-309 (exhaust transition tube cracks, repeat every 100 flight hours), M20-312 (crankcase breather coking, 100 hr re-inspection), M20-311 (EGT probe holes), M20-316 (engine isolator mounts) and M20-299A (turbocharger replacement on listed serials). Check the turbo overhaul history and the logs.
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Safety notes
- M20-299A is mandatory before next flight on the listed M20TN serials: 31-0039, 31-0042, 31-0044, 31-0046, 31-0047, 31-0049, 31-0050, 31-0052, 31-0053, 31-0056 and 31-0057.
- M20-309 reports cracked or fatigued exhaust transition tubes. It requires inspection every 100 flight hours. Check that the logs show this.
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Full document text
Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S Model Guide The Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S is a four-seat, retractable-gear, all-metal piston single built 2006 to 2008 per the library record. It has a 280 hp Continental TSIO-550-G, a standard Garmin G1000 and Mooney's claimed 242 kt top speed. The Type S is a faster follow-on to the original Acclaim. • Mooney M20TN Acclaim Type S: certified top speed 242 kt true at FL250, with five aerodynamic changes over the original Acclaim. • One magazine test flight saw 236 kt at FL250 and 222 kt at 17,500 ft, at about 21 gph lean of peak. • Several FAA-approved service bulletins apply. Confirm each is complied with and logged for the serial number. • Standard G1000 and GFC700. TKS ice protection, air conditioning and extra fuel tanks were options. What you get Four seats, G1000 with GFC700 autopilot, and a three-blade Hartzell prop. The engine is rated 280 hp with a recommended TBO of 2,000 hr. Maximum continuous manifold pressure is 30.4 inches. Cabin is 125 in long, 43.5 in wide and 43 in high. A 2008 listing shows 100 US gal of fuel, speed brakes and dual batteries. Performance in practice A magazine pilot got 236 kt at FL250 against a book figure of 240 kt in warm air. He also saw 230 kt at 21 gph at 50 degrees lean of peak, and 222 kt at 17,500 ft at about 21 gph. Climb was 800-plus fpm all the way up. Long-range tanks add 30 gal, and Mooney quotes 1,852 nm with them. Pre-buy checks Ask for proof of these bulletins: M20-309 (exhaust transition tube cracks, repeat every 100 flight hours), M20-312 (crankcase breather coking, 100 hr re-inspection), M20-311 (EGT probe holes), M20-316 (engine isolator mounts) and M20-299A (turbocharger replacement on listed serials). Check the turbo overhaul history and the logs. Safety notes: • M20-299A is mandatory before next flight on the listed M20TN serials: 31-0039, 31-0042, 31-0044, 31-0046, 31-0047, 31-0049, 31-0050, 31-0052, 31-0053, 31-0056 and 31-0057. • M20-309 reports cracked or fatigued exhaust transition tubes. It requires inspection every 100 flight hours. Check that the logs show this.