| Globe Swift GC-1A, GC-1B (original configuration, unmodified aircraft) | |
|---|---|
| Specifications | |
| Powerplant | Continental C-85-12 or C-85-12F, 85 hp @ 2,575 rpm (GC-1A) |
| Continental C-125-1 or C-125-2, 125 hp @ 2,550 rpm (GC-1B) | |
| Propeller | various |
| Length | 20 ft 11 in |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
| Wingspan | 29 ft 4 in |
| Wing area | 131 sq ft |
| Seats | 2 |
| Cabin width | 3 ft 4 in |
| Cabin height | 3 ft 10 in |
| Maximum gross weight | 1,570 lb (GC-1A) |
| 1,710 lb (GC-1B) | |
| Fuel capacity, std | 27.8 gal, 167 lb |
| Fuel capacity, w/opt. tank | 36.8 gal, 221 lb (GC-1B) |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 qt (GC-1A) |
| 8 qt (GC-1B) | |
| Baggage capacity | 50 lb (GC-1A) |
| 100 lb (GC-1B) | |
| Limiting and Recommended Airspeeds | |
| Maximum level speed | 140 mph |
| V FE (max flap extended) | 90 mph |
| V LO (max gear operating) | 100 mph |
| V NE (never exceed) | 185 mph |
| For more information, contact the Swift Museum Foundation, Inc., Post Office Box 644, Athens, Tennessee 37371-0644; telephone (423) 745-9547. The foundation owns the Swift type certificate and provides considerable support for the airplane. All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations. All performance figures are based on standard day, standard atmosphere, sea level, gross weight conditions unless otherwise noted. | |
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