Piper PA-32 Saratoga II TC Performance Data PDF (2011)

Overview

This document provides performance specifications for various models of the Piper PA-32 series, including the Saratoga II TC. It is intended for pilots and aviation enthusiasts looking for detailed performance metrics, dimensions, and operational capabilities of these aircraft. The document includes information on airframe dimensions, engine specifications, performance metrics such as speed and climb rates, and loading capacities. Each model's unique characteristics are highlighted, allowing users to compare and understand the differences between the various PA-32 models.

Wingspan: 32.67 to 36.17 ft
Top Speed: 146 to 195 knots
Engine: Lycoming IO-540 series, 300 HP
TBO: 2,000 hours for most models
Gross Weight: 3,600 lbs for most models

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Type: Performance Data
Year: 2011
Pages: 1
File size: 14 KB
Publisher: www.piperowner.org

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Range (nm): 950
Engine (hp): 300
Height (ft): 9
Length (ft): 28.17
Wingspan (ft): 36.17
Engine model: IO-540-K1G5D
Max speed (kt): 151
Cruise speed (kt): 146
Empty weight (lb): 2,180
Fuel capacity (gal): 102
Rate of climb (fpm): 1,050
Service ceiling (ft): 16,250
Max takeoff weight (lb): 3,600

Performance

Fuel burn (gph): 16
Landing over 50ft: 1,000
Takeoff over 50ft: 1,350
Landing distance (ft): 1,000
Takeoff distance (ft): 1,350
Best glide speed (kt): 86
Stall speed clean (kt): 55
Stall speed landing (kt): 60

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb): 1,511
Max ramp weight (lb): 3,600
Basic empty weight (lb): 2,180
Max landing weight (lb): 3,600
Max takeoff weight (lb): 3,600

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Airframe Specifications

The airframe specifications detail the dimensions and structural characteristics of the PA-32 series. Key metrics include a wingspan ranging from 32.67 to 36.17 feet, a length of 27.58 to 28.75 feet, and a height of 8.17 to 9.5 feet. The cabin dimensions are consistent across models, with a height of 42 inches, width of 48.75 inches, and length of 124.25 inches. The wing area varies from 174.5 to 178.3 square feet, and the standard fuel capacity ranges from 50 to 102 gallons.

Engine Specifications

The engine specifications indicate that all PA-32 models are powered by Lycoming engines, with horsepower ratings primarily at 300 HP for most models. The time between overhauls (TBO) is generally 2,000 hours, except for some models which have a TBO of 1,800 hours. The specific engine models include the IO-540 series and TIO-540 for turbocharged variants.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for the PA-32 series include a top speed ranging from 146 to 195 knots, with a 75% cruise speed between 139 and 176 knots. Climb speeds vary from 87 to 92 knots, and stall speeds with flaps deployed range from 52 to 70 knots. The range of the aircraft varies significantly, with some models capable of flying up to 950 nautical miles.

Loading Capacities

Loading capacities are crucial for operational planning. The gross weight for most models is 3,600 lbs, with useful loads ranging from 1,135 to 1,701 lbs. The empty weight varies by model, with the lightest being 1,699 lbs and the heaviest at 2,465 lbs.

Full document text

PA32 Specifications Compilation by Joe Budge 1/19/2011 Model PA32-260 PA32-300 PA32S-300 PA32-301 PA32-301T PA32-301FT PA32-301XTC PA32R-300 PA32RT-300 PA32R-301 PA32R-301 PA32R-300T PA32RT-300T PA32R-301T PA32R-301T Name Cherokee 6 Cherokee 6 Cherokee 6 Saratoga Turbo Saratoga 6X 6XT Lance Lance II Saratoga SP Saratoga II HP Turbo Lance Turbo Lance II Turbo Saratoga SP Saratoga II TC 260 300 Seaplane (Straight Tail) (T-Tail) (Straight Tail) (T-Tail) Years 65 - 78 66 - 79 1967-1972 80 - 90 80 - 84 05 - 07 05 - 07 76 & 77 78 & 79 80 - 90, 92 94 - 07 76 & 77 78 & 79 80 - 87 94 - 08 Source TAP TAP TCDS TAP TAP Piper Piper TAP TAP TAP AOPA TAP AvCons TAP AOPA Airframe: Wingspan 32.75 32.67 32.67 36.17 36.17 36.2 36.2 32.75 32.67 36.17 36.17 32.67 32.67 36.17 36.17 Length 27.58 27.58 27.67 27.67 27.9 27.9 27.75 27.67 28.17 27.83 28.75 27.67 28.17 27.83 Height 8.17 8.17 8.17 8.17 9.5 9.5 9 9 8.17 8.5 9.42 9.5 8.17 8.5 Cabin Height 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 Cabin Width 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 48.75 Cabin Length 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 124.25 Wing Area 174.5 174.5 174.5 178.3 178.3 178.3 178.3 174.5 174.5 178.3 178.3 174.5 174.5 178.3 178.3 Landing Gear Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Retractable Retractable Retractable Retractable Retractable Retractable Retractable Retractable Std Fuel 50 50 50 102 102 102 102 98 98 102 102 98 98 102 102 Max Fuel 84 84 84 102 102 102 102 98 98 102 102 98 98 102 102 Engine: Engine Mfg Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Lycoming Engine O-540-E4B5 IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-K1G5 IO-540-S1AD IO-540-K1G5 TIO-540-AH1A IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-K1G5 IO-540-S1AD IO-540-K1G5D IO-540-S1AD TIO-540-AH1A HP 260 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 TBO 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 1,800 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 1,800 2,000 1,800 2,000 Performance: Top Speed 146 151 152 178 155 172 156 157 163 166 195 75% Cruise 139 146 149 158 148 161 153 155 158 165 175 162 176 176 Climb Speed 87 87 91 91 92 92 91 92 91 Stall (flaps) 55 55 58 58 59 59 52 52 58 60 70 61 58 63 Best Glide 86 80 92 92 GPH 14 16 16 16.5 16 16 16 16.5 Range 950 744 823 780 804 780 780 865 678 800 844 750 Srv Ceiling 14,500 16,250 14,100 20,000 20,000 14,600 14,600 16,700 15,588 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Rate of Climb 850 1,050 990 1,075 1,000 1,000 1,010 1,110 1,000 1,000 1,120 950 T/O ovr 50' 1,800 1,350 1,759 1,590 2,028 1,888 1,660 1,690 1,573 1,770 1,660 1,660 1,420 1,810 T/O roll 1,200 900 1,183 1,110 1,284 1,397 960 960 1,013 1,200 960 960 960 1,110 Ldg ovr 50' 1,000 1,000 1,612 1,725 1,822 1,822 1,708 1,708 1,725 1,520 1,710 1,710 1,725 1,700 Ldg roll 630 630 732 732 911 911 880 880 732 640 880 880 732 880 Loading: Gross Wt 3,400 3,400 3,400 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 3,600 Zero Fuel Wt 3,112 3,112 3,112 Empty Wt 1,699 1,789 2,071 2,003 2,216 2,286 1,980 2,003 2,078 2,391 2,071 2,071 2,073 2,465 Useful Load 1,701 1,611 1,529 1,597 1,384 1,314 1,620 1,597 1,522 1,209 1,529 1,529 1,527 1,135 w/Full Fuel 1,197 1,107 917 985 772 702 1,032 1,009 910 597 941 941 915 523 Notes: PA32-300 75% Cruise: Piper quoted 168 mph (146 knots) cruise speed @ 75% power for the PA-32-300 through the 1977 model year. 1978 was the first year of the large landing gear and wheel fairings, and that's when the book speed increased to 151 kts. PA-32-260 Cherokee Six has a chart for Vbg 100 mph @ 3400 lbs. and 90 mph @ 2900 lbs.