The older ones (47) start at 185, about '55 they go to 225, '57 to
250, '62 to 260, '64 to 275, and about '75 at 300. All years are
approximations for you lawyer types.

On Thu, 13 Nov 2003 02:40:25 -0800, Jeff wrote:

the SR22 is also a 310 HP engine correct?
what size engine is in the bonanzas?


wrote:

On 12-Nov-2003, (Potential Bo Buyer) wrote:

Are the Lancair Columbia and Cirrus SR22 substitute products for the
4-place Bonanzas?

At first glance the primary capability and performance difference is that a
Bonanza (model 35) will have a fairly large payload advantage over a
comparably equipped SR22. If each is fueled for a 500 nm trip with IFR
reserves a typical SR22 will have a maximum cabin payload of around 680 lbs
and a Bonanza around 925 lbs. The SR22 will probably be a few kts faster,
which is remarkable considering the fixed gear.

I guess what this shows is that composite construction allows for greater
drag reduction at a penalty of higher weight. (The SR22 has an empty weight
of 2250 lbs and older Bonanzas come in at around 1950 lbs.)

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-Elliott Drucker