BD-5 Specifications

 
BD-5B 
BD-5J
BD-5TP
Top speed, mph
200
300
240
Cruise, mph
180
240
225
Stall speed, mph
59
67
63
Range, statute miles
720
400
928
Rate of climb, ft/min
1900
2400
2400
Takeoff distance, feet
750
1800
550
Landing distance, feet
700
1000
750
Service ceiling, feet
12,000
26,000
25,000
Engine
Hirth 2706E
Turbojet (TRS-18)
Quantum Eng & Prop
Power output
68 hp
326 lbs thrust max
95 hp
Power range
55-75 hp
150-326 lbs thrust
95-115 hp
Fuel capacity, US gal
26
30+
38
Empty weight, lbs
460
358+
450
Gross Weight, lbs
830
850+
910
Height, feet
5.6
5.6
5.6
Length, feet
13.99
12
14.68
Wing span, feet
21.5
17
19
Wing area, sq feet
47.4
37.8
41.8
Build-time, man hours
900 (FLS kit)
600 (FLS kit)
800 (FLS Kit)

Source: BD Micro Technologies Catalog, third edition.1260 Wade Rd,.Siletz Oregon
Telephone 541-444-1343

   
Last Update: 1/12/2007