N1977M weighed in at 625 lbs. empty, had max. gross set at 1175 lbs.
Service ceiling was about 11.500 and absolute was right at 12.500.
Engine was 2600cc type 4 with an Ellison efs-3 carb.
Mike Ladigo
Subject: KR> Service ceilving
I'd like to know what the typical service ceiling is for a normally
aspirated KR2. Anyone want to share?
Phill
Collinsville, IL
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From: Phillip Hill
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Subject: KR> Service ceilving
I'd like to know what the typical service ceiling is for a normally
aspirated KR2. Anyone want to share?
Phil
I've flown my VW powered KR2S up to 10,000 ft during flight testing. Didn't
worry about going higher at the time. I have flown up to 8500 for sure during
flights to get above the bumpy clouds during trips in the summer over the
years. I still plan to fly to Chino this year for the KR Gathering a
I'd like to know what the typical service ceiling is for a normally
aspirated KR2. Anyone want to share?
Phill
Collinsville, IL
I believe it would depend on a few factors such as weight, engine and such but
as I recall its generally known to be about 16,000 feet. However, I think you
need to consider oxygen needs above 10,000 or so anyway. I have always tried to
stay a bit on the safe side of a service ceiling while flyi
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