Carbon Cub UL
- LSA / ULTRALIGHT
- Rotax 916iS Engine 160HP
- 1,320lbs Gross Weight
- Multi-Fuel (MOGAS & AVGAS)
- Beginning of a New Era
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Carbon Cub SS
- LSA
- CC340 Engine 180HP
- 1,320lbs Gross Weight
- Lightweight & Powerful
- Breathtaking Performance
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Carbon Cub FX
- Experimental Builder Assist
- CC340 180HP or CC363i 186HP
- 1,865-2,000lbs Gross Weight
- 7 Working Days
- Perfect for Longer Missions
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XCub / NXCub
- Part 23 Certified or EAB (Builder Assist)
- O-360 180HP or CC393i 215HP
- 2,300lbs Gross Weight
- Unmatched Range
- The Fastest & Strongest Cub
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Top Cub
- Part 23 Certified
- O-360 Engine 180HP
- 2,300lbs Gross Weight
- Modern Super Cub
- Classic Utility
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The FX-2 is equipped with a 180 HP Titan CC340 engine, fixed-pitch Catto propeller, and maximum gross weight of 1,865 lbs
The FX-3 comes with an exclusive CC363i engine, constant-speed Hartzell Trailblazer propeller, and maximum gross weight of 2,000 lbs
The Process
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1st Factory Session
At the factory the builder will spend 5 days working with our technicians and equipment to construct the necessary parts and components for their airplane.
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Factory Assembly
The builder returns home while CubCrafters performs a quality inspection of the 1st session's parts. CubCrafters then uses those parts to construct a factory-perfect airplane.
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2nd Factory Session
The builder returns for 2 days to complete the final assembly. Afterward, the airplane receives an airworthiness inspection, certification, and two or more factory test flights by CubCrafters test pilots.
- 1,865 lbs gross weight
- CC340 180 HP Engine
- Carbureted
- Fixed Pitch Prop
- Useful Load 883 lbs
- Cruise 109 MPH
- Range 632 Miles
- Take Off Distance 110 Feet
- Landing Distance 140 Feet
- 2,000 lbs gross weight
- CC363i 186 HP Engine
- Fuel Injected
- Constant Speed Prop
- Useful Load 977 lbs
- Cruise 135 MPH
- Range 765 Miles
- Take Off Distance 90 Feet
- Landing Distance 155 Feet
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Standard Features
- Up to 1,865 lbs (FX-2) or 2,000 lbs (FX-3) Gross Weight
- New G Series Ailerons and Slotted Flaps
- Long-Range Fuel Tanks
- Extended Baggage
- 3x3 HD Landing Gear
- Alaskan Bushwheel Tail Spring and Tailwheel
- Light Weight LED Lighting & Strobe Package
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Generous Useful Load
Carbon Cub FX is built on a wholly original fuselage design. The CNC milled 4130 chromoly steel frame features robust construction and may be flown at up to 1,865 lbs (FX-2) or 2,000 lbs (FX-3) gross weight, allowing a useful load as high as 833 lbs or 977 lbs respectively. The sophisticated structure is built to be both lightweight and safe.
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G Series Ailerons and Slotted Flaps
The G-Series control surfaces improve handling in all aspects of the flight envelope. The roll authority of the Carbon Cub FX has been improved by redesigning the aileron airfoil and relocating the hinge point. CubCrafters' G-Series ailerons deliver markedly lighter and crisper roll response compared to legacy aircraft. Control harmony is even better than the original.
The G-Series flaps are the first truly slotted flaps available from CubCrafters. With the G-Series, the stall speed of the FX with flaps extended is reduced, thus improving the already remarkable low-speed manners of the Carbon Cub. The G-Series flap features repositioned pivot arms that, when the flaps are deployed, lower their location relative to the wing, forcing high pressure air from below the wing over the flaps, helping airflow to remain attached for increased lift.
The G-Series tail feathers feature new adjustable elevator stops and allow greater down elevator trim, providing the pilot with greater trim authority when operating either at the forward or aft limits of the CG envelope. With these improvements, CubCrafters has made an already stellar performer even better.
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Long-Range Fuel Tanks
FX is built with the Carbon Cub Long-Range Fuel Tanks as standard equipment. The Long-Range Tanks hold 44 gallons of fuel vs. 25 gallons for the Standard Tanks, affording pilots greater range.
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Extended Baggage
The Carbon Cub FX Extended Baggage area provides a full-width repository aft of the reverse dogleg, plus a convenient side-access baggage door. The Extended Baggage area is a full 48% larger at 22.8 cubic feet, compared to 15.3 cubic feet for Standard Baggage, so pilot and passenger can pack enough gear for extended wilderness excursions.
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3x3 HD Landing Gear
The gear is particularly rugged, built with machined steel axles, to safely support the higher payload that FX can carry. The 3x3 configuration is three inches taller than standard gear, giving even greater prop clearance, and the axle center is moved three inches forward, allowing for even more aggressive braking when a short landing roll is required.
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Light Weight Lighting and Strobe Package
FX includes CubCrafters’ LED lighting package with both left and right landing lights. The system provides higher output while drawing lower current and increases reliability. The dual landing light may be set to wig-wag for increased visibility to other aircraft.
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The New
CC363i
The powerplant for the Carbon Cub FX-3 is the innovative new CC363i. With larger displacement, Precision Airmotive fuel injection, an ingenious cold-air induction system, and Lightspeed dual electronic ignition, the CC363i delivers a vigorous “pull” upon takeoff. In fact, driving its Trailblazer constant –speed prop, the FX-3 generates 20% more thrust than previous Carbon Cubs. An impressive achievement!
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CC340P
The Carbon Cub FX-2 is powered by the lightweight and powerful CC340, delivering a power-to-weight ratio of 7.33 lbs/hp! For comparison a Cessna 172S has a power to weight ratio of 15.33 lbs/ hp. Carbon Cub pilots experience a sea level climb rate of 2,100 feet per minute (compared to 650 fpm for a 172) and a deck angle that inspires involuntary expletives from first-timers.
Builder Assist
Our Carbon Cub FX (Factory eXperimental) turns the familiar "builder assist" convention upside down. Instead of assisting your assembly of parts from a kit, CubCrafters' technicians facilitate your fabrication of the parts themselves! Employing our CNC mills, routers and saws, we will guide you through the fabrication process in an astonishingly short time. Then, CubCrafters will use your parts to construct a factory-perfect Carbon Cub, complete with all the options that fit your mission.
No technical experience is necessary. Our factory personnel will guide you through each process to ensure success and an enjoyable build. The Carbon Cub FX Builder Assist allows amateur builders to create their dream under the supervision of our factory technicians, and guarantees delivery of a world-class aircraft.
Experimental-Amateur Built (E-AB) certification of Carbon Cub FX affords operational latitude to the builder/owner which is unavailable for other aircraft certifications, notably: increased payload potential, night and/or IFR operation, builder maintenance and the ability to modify the aircraft.
Specifications
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Aircraft
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CertificationEAB
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TypeSingle engine land & sea
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Crew2
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Powerplant
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EngineCC340 / CC363i
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Horsepower180 / 186
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PropellerFixed Pitch / Constant Speed
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Dimensions
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Length23 ft 10 in
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Height8 ft 4 in
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Wingspan34 ft 4 in
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Wing Area174.8 sq ft
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Cabin Width30" @ pilot position
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Cabin Height52" @ pilot position
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Cabin Area26 cu ft
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Weights
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Empty Weight982 / 1,023 lbs
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Gross Weight1,865 / 2,000 lbs
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Useful Load883 / 977 lbs
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Capacities
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Fuel44 gallons (39 usable)
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Performance
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Redline Speed141 / 170 mph
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Cruise Speed110 / 135 mph 75% power
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Stall Speed36 / 37 mph
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Rate of Climb2,000 / 2,400 fpm
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Endurance5.8+ hrs
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Range632 / 765 miles
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Takeoff Distance110 / 90 ft demonstrated
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Landing Distance140 / 155 ft demonstrated
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Maneuvering Speed93 / 106 mph
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Best Rate of Climb71 mph
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Best Angle of Climb50 / 57 mph
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Best Glide Speed68 mph
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Demonstrated performance with 50% fuel and one 190 pound pilot
Panel Options
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Standard*
- Airspeed indicator
- Altimeter
- Tachometer
- Oil temperature gauge
- Oil pressure gauge
- Inclinometer
- Garmin GTR 200 VHF Comm
- CHT monitor
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MyPanel*
- Mounting Panel & Dedicated Power Circuit
- Trig TY91 VHF Radio - 2¼"
- Trig TT21 Mode S XPDR - 2¼"
- PM3000R Intercom
- CHT Monitor
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World VFR
- Garmin aera™ 796
- Trig TY91 VHF Radio - 2¼"
- Trig TT21 Mode S XPDR - 2¼"
- PM3000R Intercom
- Electronics Int'l CGR-30P Engine Monitor
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Executive Glass
- Garmin G3X™ Touch
- Synthetic Vision
- Angle-of-Attack (AOA) Indicator
- Garmin GTR 200 VHF Comm
- Stereo Intercom
- Video Input
- Optional Garmin autopilot
*Available for FX-2 Only
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Extreme Carbon Cub
The Carbon Cub FX is our most capable off-airport machine. Building on the success of the high-strength, lightweight airframe and powerful engine of the Light Sport Carbon Cub SS, the Carbon Cub FX flies faster, flies farther, and hauls more cargo than ever before. Redesigned ailerons, slotted flaps & empennage, along with a Premium Equipment Package specifically suited for off-airport operations, are included with every new Carbon Cub FX. With Its light weight, impressive power, generous payload and capable equipment, the Carbon Cub FX fulfills the most challenging missions.
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FX-2
The Carbon Cub FX-2 employs the same CC340 high-compression engine and fixed-pitch Catto prop as those used on the SS, so short-field performance is typical CubCrafters. The airframe structure has been strengthened compared to the Light Sport model to support 1,865 pounds gross weight. Still, the empty weight remains low, so the FX-2 provides a useful load of up to 883 pounds.
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FX-3
The Carbon Cub FX-3 features an all-new CC363i fuel injected powerplant that generates remarkable thrust via the ultra-lightweight constant-speed Trailblazer prop. The fuselage and wings, though inspired by those on the FX-2, utilizes additional and sometimes larger structural elements, plus robust landing gear attach points, to achieve 2,000 pounds gross weight limit. Despite its slightly heavier airframe and firewall-forward configuration, the FX-3 delivers a jaw-dropping rate of climb, 135 mph cruise, and an impressive useful load up to 977 pounds.
