Hi,
i wanted to ask, if someone has experience with a 180HP Maule and towing. I searched a lot, but did not find real good answers. I know that the 235HP is very good, but it is not an option.
Thanks the help!
Regards
Tobias
Can’t see a reason why it shouldn’t work.
Well one reason would be a higher empty weight as a Remoquer or Husky. We have currently a Rally 180HP in our club, but the permormance is not the best (around 250 to 300ft/min) and also the insane prices and leading times from Socata are a reason we want to get a new tow plane.
I believe Jacko does occasional aerotowing with his 180hp Maule. He could probably answer your questions
180 HP Rallyes work for towing. I suspect a Maule should do ok with the caveat you never go wrong g with more power.
If you want a Rallye 235E with a tow hook let me know. Very few if any Rallye parts should need to come from Socata. Second hand market is very active for spares. Adding a CS prop to any aeroplane is night and day when it comes to take off/climb performance. The guy we bought the 235E off says he’s flown them all and there is no comparison.
How much would it cost to add a constant speed prop to a 180 HP Rallye with O-360?
I believe Jacko does occasional aerotowing with his 180hp Maule. He could probably answer your questions
Yes, and yes.
With the MX-7-180’s 30’11” wing and 31” Bushwheels climb rate is around 300 ft/min. Engine cooling is usually OK with some flap and the factory lower cowling lip modification.
Jacko wrote:
With the MX-7-180’s 30’11” wing and 31” Bushwheels climb rate is around 300 ft/min. Engine cooling is usually OK with some flap and the factory lower cowling lip modification.
Thanks for the info, so round about the same values I see with the Morane.
Here in Italy aeroclub Belluno (LIDB) is using a Maule MXT-7-180 for towing gliders. It is OK.