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Benson B-8 Gyro-Glider

Benson B-8M


General information


ManufacturerBenson
ModelB-8 Gyro-Glider
ModificationB-8M
CountryUSA
Years1954
TypeHelicopter
Main rotor diameter6.91 m
Tail rotor diameter-
Wingspan9.75 m
Length3.43 m
Height1.91 m
Wing area-
Zero fuel weight-
Empty weight112 kg
Maximum takeoff weight250 kg
Normal takeoff weight-
Flight duration-
Engine1 McCulloch 4318
Power1 x 72 HP
Thrust-
Maximum speed-
Cruising speed135 km/h
Rate of climb-
Practical range137 km
Service ceiling4600 m
Hovering ceiling-
Crew1