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Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4

Schempp-Hirth · Open Class Competition Sailplane · Germany · Modern (1992–2009)

Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4 — Open Class Competition Sailplane
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The Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4 is a family of high-performance FAI Open Class gliders designed by Klaus Holighaus and manufactured by Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH in Kirchheim, Germany. The Nimbus-4 first flew in 1990.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Sailplane
Domain
Civil
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Schempp-Hirth
Operator
Competition pilots worldwide
Primary Role
Open Class Competition Sailplane
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1991
Produced
200
Propulsion
None
Engine
Rotax 535C
Thrust / Power
44 hp (33 kW)
Length (ft)
25
Wingspan (ft)
87
Empty Weight (lb)
1312
MTOW (lb)
1808
Max Speed (mph)
177