The Culver Dart is an American two seat light aircraft developed in the 1940s as a civil utility and personal transport design. Discover Culver Dart aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Culver Dart listings and find available aircraft across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs and aviation businesses. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
Finding a Culver Dart for Sale on AvPay
AvPay offers a global marketplace for Culver Dart aircraft, connecting buyers and sellers across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America, and beyond. Discover your ideal new or used Culver Dart in our dedicated listings for this distinctive two seat light aircraft.
Refine your Culver Dart search on AvPay with our easy-to-use filters. Quickly find your perfect aircraft by condition, year, total time, location, price, and seller.
As a leading aviation marketplace, AvPay features a diverse range of aircraft for sale, including the classic Culver Dart. Explore our full Culver selection here, or browse all aircraft from various manufacturers here.
Found your ideal Culver Dart? Connect directly with sellers on AvPay via WhatsApp, private message, or phone to discuss pricing and specifications of the Culver Dart Aircraft For Sale.
Interesting facts about the Culver Dart
✈ The Culver Dart was designed as a two seat light aircraft aimed at private owners who wanted economical touring performance in a compact airframe.
✈ Culver Aircraft Company developed the Dart during the late 1930s as part of its effort to expand beyond earlier light cabin designs.
✈ The standard production Dart GW used a Warner Scarab Junior 5 cylinder radial piston engine rated at 90 horsepower.
✈ The Dart features a low wing cantilever configuration with retractable landing gear, which was advanced for light aircraft in its class at the time.
✈ Maximum cruise speed for the Dart GW is recorded at 131 mph, giving owners solid cross country capability for a 90 horsepower aircraft.
✈ The service ceiling of 16,000 feet allows the Dart to operate above much low level weather, which was a strong selling point for private touring pilots.
✈ Several engine variants were produced, including versions powered by Lambert, Continental and Warner radial engines.
✈ The experimental X F 200 Super Dart variant was fitted with a 220 horsepower Continental R 670 engine and achieved significantly higher cruise speeds than standard models.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Culver Dart
The Culver Dart was produced in several recognised variants including the Dart G with a 90 horsepower Lambert R 266 engine, the Dart GC powered by a 125 horsepower Continental O 200, the Dart GK fitted with a 90 horsepower Ken Royce 5G engine, and the Dart GW which used a 90 horsepower Warner Scarab Junior radial engine. Culver also built the Dart GW Special with larger Warner engines and developed the experimental X F 200 Super Dart with a 220 horsepower Continental R 670 and reduced wingspan for improved speed. For buyers today the key differences centre on engine type, power output and performance, which directly affect cruise speed, climb capability, maintenance considerations and parts availability.
Culver Dart Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 18 ft 6 in (5.64 m)
Wingspan: 29 ft 6 in (8.99 m)
Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Empty Weight: 940 lb (426 kg)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 1,540 lb (699 kg)
Range: 495 mi (797 km, 430 nmi)
Service Ceiling: 16,000 ft (4,875 m)
FAQs About the Culver Dart
What type of aircraft is the Culver Dart?
The Culver Dart is a two seat light touring aircraft powered by a single radial piston engine and designed for private ownership and cross country flying.
How many seats does a Culver Dart have?
The Culver Dart has standard seating for two occupants, making it suitable for private owners who fly solo or with one passenger.
What engine does the Culver Dart use?
Most commonly the Dart GW is fitted with a 90 horsepower Warner Scarab Junior radial piston engine, although other variants used Lambert, Continental and Ken Royce engines.
What is the cruise speed of a Culver Dart?
The Dart GW has a published cruise speed of 131 mph, which equates to 114 knots under standard conditions.
What makes the Culver Dart attractive to vintage aircraft buyers?
Buyers are drawn to the Dart for its compact low wing design, retractable landing gear and radial engine character, which together create a distinctive pre war light aircraft ownership experience.
Get help buying a Culver Dart
Can’t find the Culver Dart aircraft you’re looking for? Get in touch with an Aircraft Broker to help you buy an aircraft via the Aircraft Broker Directory. Alternatively you can browse Aircraft Brokerage and Aircraft Acquisition Services through the aviation marketplace to help you with the purchase of a Culver Dart Airplane.
Sell your Culver Dart on AvPay
Do you have a Culver Dart Aircraft for Sale? Get your Airplane listed on AvPay and get in front of buyers searching for a Culver Dart around the world. AvPay is a Zero Workload Website so you’ll never have to make your own updates and each aircraft listing will be featured on our Social Media Pages, giving you extra visibility in front of our 190,000+ followers. With AvPay you won’t just generate enquiries on your Aircraft Listings. You’ll also generate enquiries through your Aircraft Broker Profile and through each of the Service Listings you include on our Aviation Marketplace Pages. Let AvPay promote your Culver Dart aircraft for sale.
Get Your Culver Dart Aircraft Listed for Sale on AvPay
Find Finance for buying a Culver Dart
Purchasing a Culver Dart often involves specialist vintage aircraft financing considerations including hull value, engine time and airframe condition. Our network of aviation finance providers understands older radial engine aircraft and can structure loans that reflect realistic market values. They can guide you through deposit requirements, pre purchase inspection clauses and valuation checks to protect your investment. Financing options are available for qualified buyers seeking to add a Culver Dart to a private collection or active flying fleet.
Explore Culver Dart Aircraft Financing Options
Find Insurance for a Culver Dart
Insuring a Culver Dart requires an insurer that understands vintage light aircraft with radial piston engines and retractable landing gear. Our specialist aviation insurance brokers can help you secure hull and liability cover that reflects agreed value and operating limitations. They can advise on pilot experience requirements, hangarage conditions and geographic operating limits. Whether you plan to display your Culver Dart at events or operate it for private touring, tailored insurance protection is essential.
Buy Insurance for Culver Dart Aircraft
