The Astra HKS is powered by the 60 hp Japanese HKS twin cylinder four stroke engine. This is a reliable, efficient power unit that allows the trike to cruise at an effortless 55 - 65 mph, while burning just over 2.2 gallons per hour. Maximum level speed is 75 mph, VNE is 90 mph. Stall speed occurs at 32 mph Rate of Climb is 400 - 800 feet per minute depending on flight loads and density altitude.
Astra 15.6 m double surface wing Composite front fairing with windshield and Instrument panel, composite wheel pants.
Dual rear brakes with parking brake, composite 3-blade propeller with reinforced leading edge, Polyurethane shock absorber suspension, Fabric skirt, 11.5 gallon fuel tank, Electric and mechanical fuel pump system, Cast aluminum spoked wheels, Wide composite seat with folding backrest, Chrome Moly steel maingear, Rear seat nose-wheel steering.
Standard instrument fit on the Astra HKS are Airspeed Indicator, Sensitive Altimeter, Fuel gauge, Dual CHT, Dual EGT, RPM , Hourmeter, Voltmeter and In Dash Compass.
Available Options include: Digital engine monitoring with warning light for out of range engine parameters, Jet Hot coating on the Muffler, Ballistic Recovery System Parachute, Vertical Speed Indicator, Fuel computer, Lynx Radio antenna,Dual Strobe system, headlight, Complete Lynx system including, Helmets, vizor, headsets, intercom (self or aircraft powered), Radio, PTT cable, Windshield extension, Gas lift strut to assist in lifting the wing during set-up and takedown. Option Prices can be viewed by clicking on the link below