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Finding a Savage Cub for Sale on AvPay
AvPay offers a global marketplace for Savage Cub airplanes, connecting buyers and sellers across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and beyond. The Savage Cub sits in the light sport category and it keeps the classic Cub style while using modern build methods. Many buyers choose it for tailwheel flying, short field capability and simple day VFR touring with two people.
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Interesting facts about the Savage Cub
✈ Zlin Aviation’s flight manual describes the Savage as a single engine, high wing, two seat tandem Light Sport Aircraft of classical design.
✈ The published history for the type traces early development to Italy in the late 1990s, with production later established in the Czech Republic.
✈ Many Savage Cub airframes use a welded steel tube fuselage with fabric covering, which keeps weight low and makes repairs practical when done correctly.
✈ The wings use aluminium structure with fabric covering and the design supports folding wings for storage and road transport on some configurations.
✈ The Savage Cub uses conventional landing gear with a tailwheel and it often appears with larger tundra tyres for rough field operations.
✈ Zlin Aviation documentation describes a tandem cabin with dual controls, with solo flight permitted from the front seat.
✈ The Savage Cub commonly appears with Rotax 912 series power, with 100 hp installations widely referenced for the Cub configuration.
✈ The Savage Cub has been marketed within the broader Zlin Savage family which includes Classic, Cruiser and Cub variants aimed at slightly different buyer priorities.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Savage Cub
Buyers will often see the Savage Cub discussed alongside closely related variants from the same family, including the Savage Classic and the Savage Cruiser. The Classic is commonly described as the base model and it is often paired with lower power Rotax 912 installations, while the Cub is positioned as the more feature rich Cub styled option in the range. The flight manual also groups Classic, Cruiser and Cub together which helps explain why listings can look similar while still carrying different names. Some markets also recognise Savage Cub S, however listings do not always provide enough consistent detail to compare it cleanly, so buyers should confirm the exact factory designation before purchase.
Savage Cub 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: 6.39 m (21 ft 0 in)
Wingspan: 9.31 m (30 ft 7 in)
Height: 2.03 m (6 ft 8 in)
Fuel Capacity: 64 L usable
FAQs About the Savage Cub
Is the Savage Cub a Light Sport Aircraft?
Many Savage Cub aircraft are built and documented within the light sport category. Always confirm the specific aircraft paperwork and registration category for your country before you buy.
Is the Savage Cub a two seat aircraft and is it tandem?
Yes, published documentation describes a two seat tandem cabin. Confirm whether the aircraft has full dual controls and check any equipment differences between front and rear seating positions.
Which engines are commonly fitted to the Savage Cub?
Many Savage Cub listings reference Rotax 912 series engines, with 100 hp installations widely used on Cub configurations. Please verify the exact engine model, propeller type and maintenance history with the seller.
Does the Savage Cub have folding wings?
Some published descriptions for the design reference foldable wings for storage and transport. Please confirm the exact wing fold hardware and any operational limitations for the specific aircraft you are buying.
What should I inspect closely on a used Savage Cub?
Pay close attention to fabric condition, tube structure corrosion protection, landing gear bungees, brake condition and tailwheel setup. Review logbooks for repair history and confirm that any modifications were approved and recorded correctly.
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Find Finance for buying a Savage Cub
Financing a Savage Cub often depends on how the aircraft is registered and how you plan to operate it, such as private leisure flying or tailwheel training. Lenders will usually want clear logbooks, engine details and evidence of consistent maintenance on the airframe and fabric. If the aircraft sits within light sport limits in your region, a specialist aviation finance provider can help structure terms that fit your usage pattern and deposit. Please share the listing details with a finance company early so they can confirm eligibility before you commit.
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Find Insurance for a Savage Cub
Insurance for a Savage Cub usually hinges on tailwheel experience, training plans and where you intend to operate, including grass strips and short fields. Brokers will ask for pilot hours, recent time on type and details of any backcountry equipment such as tundra tyres. Hull cover depends on declared value and condition, so documentation and recent inspections matter. A specialist aviation insurance broker can help you shape the right mix of hull and liability cover so the policy matches how you will actually fly the aircraft.
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