Vans RV-8
Aircraft description
Built in 2024 by experienced military personnel, this stunning RV-8 has been crafted to meticulous standards throughout.
Leather seating and multi-function, military-style control stick combines with the injected 180HP engine for a 170-180 knot cruise and superb aerobatic performance!
The avionics package includes an MGL Explorer iEFIS system with auto-pilot and trim functions, MGL V16 radio, and a Trig ADSB transponder. It features an ECB system managing essential operations, while a heated pitot tube and automatic backup power supply enhance its reliability.
Always hangared, and ready for sale to a discerning new owner.
Leather seating and multi-function, military-style control stick combines with the injected 180HP engine for a 170-180 knot cruise and superb aerobatic performance!
The avionics package includes an MGL Explorer iEFIS system with auto-pilot and trim functions, MGL V16 radio, and a Trig ADSB transponder. It features an ECB system managing essential operations, while a heated pitot tube and automatic backup power supply enhance its reliability.
Always hangared, and ready for sale to a discerning new owner.
Aircraft type
Single Pistons (GA)
Make / Manufacturer
Vans
Model
RV-8
Category
Experimental
Year
2024
Registration
VH-ZFK
Registration status
Registered for sale
Total airframe hours
35
Airframe serial No.
82100
Location country
Australia
Location state
NSW
Location airport / place
Nowra, NSW
Engine type
Single Engine
Primary (engine / propeller 1)
Engine manufacturer / Model(s)
Lycoming IO-360-M1B
Engine hours
35
Engine serial number(s)
EL-35458-51E
Propeller / rotor manufacturer
Hartzell Metal 2-blade CSU
Propeller / rotor serial
NS388B
Propeller / rotor hours
35
MGL Explorer iEFIS that supports auto pilot, flaps, pitch/roll trim and an MGL V16 radio. Trig ADSB transponder. ECB to control nav lights, strobes, pitot heat and fuel boost pump. RDAC supporting CHT and EGT monitoring. Vital buss supporting automatic failover to a backup IBBS power supply. Heated pitot tube, auto backup battery.
Interior condition (Seller assessment /10)
9
Interior details
Leather seating, multi-function controls. As new condition
Exterior condition (Seller assessment / 10)
9
Exterior details
New condition.
Annual due date
27-02-2027
Reason for sale
Medical
Registration due
Not Provided
Unserviceable items / work needing completion
External iEFIS SD card reader is U/S
Accident history / details
Not Provided
Storage history
Always hangared
Extras included in the sale (use an example )
e.g towbar, aircraft cover
e.g towbar, aircraft cover
Not Provided
Flight rules
VFR
Aircraft logbooks available & complete?
Available & complete
Cruise speed (kts)
170-180kts
Stall speed landing (kts)
44k
Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
816
Empty weight (kg)
514
G limits
+6/-3
Fuel capacity
160
No. of fuel tanks
2
Seller information
Contact Name:
Nicholas Christie
Business Name:
Light Aircraft Sales
Seller Type:
Aviation Business
