American Champion Scout for Sale
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Interesting facts about the American Champion Scout
✈ The Scout carries the type designation 8GCBC and seats two in tandem, with a steel-tube fuselage and fabric covering ideal for utility and bush operations.
✈ American Champion builds the Scout in Rochester, Wisconsin, with production resuming in the 1990s after the original Bellanca run in the 1970s and early 1980s.
✈ Typical power is a 180 hp Lycoming O-360-C1G driving a constant-speed propeller, giving strong climb and short-field performance for backcountry strips.
✈ The wing spans about 36 ft 4 in and includes flaps, which help reduce takeoff and landing distances when operating from grass, gravel or snow.
✈ Many Scouts tow gliders and banners, patrol pipelines and powerlines, and work as floatplanes or ski-equipped aircraft due to rugged gear and useful load.
✈ Demonstrated crosswind component is 15 knots, which helps in windy conditions on narrow or remote runways.
✈ Earlier wood-spar wings are subject to specific inspection requirements; later metal-spar wings remove that recurring inspection burden.
✈ Factory options often include extended baggage, tundra tires, floats and skis, enabling year-round utility flying.
American Champion Scout Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or aircraft operations. Model variations, modifications, upgrades and age will affect performance and dimensions. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 7.01 m (23 ft 0 in)
Wingspan: 11.07 m (36 ft 4 in)
Height: 2.64 m (8 ft 8 in)
Wing Area: 16.72 m² (180 sq ft)
Empty Weight: 608 kg (1,340 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 975 kg (2,150 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 273 L total (72 US gal; 70 US gal usable)
Baggage Capacity: 45 kg (100 lb) plus optional 14 kg (30 lb) extended baggage
Cruise Speed (75%): 209 km/h (130 mph, 113 kn)
Maximum Range (55%): 1,737 km (1,079 mi, 938 nm)
Service Ceiling: 5,182 m (17,000 ft)
Rate of Climb (sea level): 5.46 m/s (1,075 ft/min)
Demonstrated Crosswind: 15 kn
Takeoff Ground Roll: 64–127 m (210–417 ft)
Takeoff Distance Over 15 m / 50 ft: 117–212 m (384–697 ft)
Landing Ground Roll: 68–129 m (222–423 ft)
FAQs About the American Champion Scout
How much does an American Champion Scout cost?
Prices vary with year, total time, engine and propeller time since overhaul, avionics, metal-spar wings, floats or skis and overall condition. In 2025 buyers should review current listings, recent sales data and obtain a pre-purchase appraisal to confirm fair market value for a specific airframe.
What engine does the Scout use and what is the typical fuel burn?
Most Scouts use a 180 hp Lycoming O-360-C1G with a constant-speed propeller. Typical cruise fuel burn is roughly 9 to 11 US gallons per hour at 55 to 75 percent power, which aligns with common owner reports and manufacturer performance data.
How short can a Scout take off and land?
With proper technique and appropriate weight, published figures show takeoff ground rolls from about 210 to 417 ft and landing ground rolls from about 222 to 423 ft. Over a 50 ft obstacle, takeoff distances are about 384 to 697 ft, depending on conditions and configuration.
What is the useful load and payload with full fuel?
Typical useful load is around 810 lb on the 180 hp Scout. With 70 US gallons usable fuel, payload with full fuel is about 378 lb, which suits a pilot, a passenger and light baggage or a towing hook installation.
Is the Scout suitable for floats, skis and towing?
Yes. The airframe supports floats and skis and is widely used for glider and banner towing. Many buyers look for aircraft already equipped with float fittings, extended baggage and larger tires if backcountry use is planned.
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