Walter Extra introduced the Extra 300/200 in 1996. The 200 is a little smaller then the Extra 300L, and is powered by a 200HP, rather then a 300HP Lycoming engine. It also uses the same wing and tail structure as the EA300/S. It was considerably less expensive, at $170,000 (1996 new), versus the 300L's price of $235,000 (1996 new). It's relatively docile enough plane to learn aerobatics with (I know!!). At lower speeds, the performance is similar to the Decathalon. When opened up though, it is a performer, and I think that it is similar to the Pitts S-2B (the Pitts has a 60HP edge, but the aerodynamic and clean design makes it comparable.. this was based on a comment by a S-2B owner that flew with me). It also has adjustable rudder pedals. Also it has been certified by the FAA to 10G's! I bought my plane in April, 2002 from Southeast Aerosport in St. Augustine (see http://www.aerosport.com/index.htm).
Performance:
Never exceed speed (VNE): 220 kts
Maneuvering speed (VA): 158 kts
Stall speed @ 1540 lbs: 52 kts
Stall speed @ 1914 lbs 56 kts
Cruise speed @ 75% power 150 kts
Rate of climb @ 1540 lbs 2250 fpm @ sea level
Rate of climb @ 1840 lbs 1600 fpm @ sea level
Service Ceiling 15,000 ft
Max range @ 8000 ft and 150 kts TAS (standard tanks) 450 kt mi
Max range @ 8000 ft and 150 kts TAS (long range tanks) 600 kt mi
Approved load factor +10/-10g
Specifications:
Base Price $170,000 (New)
Engine Textron-Lycoming AEIO-360-A1E
Horsepower 200
Propeller MT-3 blade constant speed
Empty weight 1190 lbs
Max take off weight (normal) 1914 lbs
Max take off weight (two pilot acro) 1848 lbs
Max take off weight (single pilot acro) 1540 lbs
Fuel Capacity (standard/long range tanks) 30.6/40.6 US gal
Wingspan 24.6 ft
Length 22.3 ft
Height 8.4 ft
Wing area 111.9 sq ft
Seating capacity 2
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