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Interesting facts about the Slingsby T61F Venture T Mk2
✈ The T61F Venture T Mk2 is a British-built, side-by-side two-seat touring motor glider produced by Slingsby at Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire. It evolved from the German Scheibe SF-25B.
✈ The RAF operated the type with Volunteer Gliding Schools as the Venture T.2 for basic motor glider training, before replacement by the Grob Vigilant.
✈ Slingsby delivered both T61E and T61F variants for RAF use; the T61F incorporated an electric starter and other refinements aimed at training operations.
✈ The Venture T Mk2 uses a VW-derived Rollason RS Mk 2, horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine rated at 50 bhp at 3,300 rpm, driving a fixed-pitch propeller.
✈ The airframe pairs a steel-tube fuselage with fabric covering and wooden wings, giving docile handling, robust maintenance, and classic motor glider performance.
✈ Typical cruise is 60–75 knots on very low fuel burn, which keeps hourly running costs attractive for clubs and private owners.
✈ The cockpit has a notably broad allowable loading range for training, and the aircraft’s benign stall and slow-flight manners suit early cross-country coaching.
✈ The single fuselage tank sits behind the seats and uses a simple float-type indicator; fuel management and weight & balance discipline remain key buying considerations.
Slingsby T61F Venture T Mk2 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 & 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: 7.60 m (24 ft 11 in)
Wingspan: 15.33 m (50 ft 4 in)
Height: 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
Empty Weight: 335 kg (739 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 530 kg (1,168 lb)
Fuel Capacity (Total / Usable): 31.8 L / 29.5 L (7.0 / 6.5 Imp gal)
Never Exceed Speed (VNE): 190 km/h (103 mph, 103 kt) IAS
Recommended Cruise: 139 km/h (86 mph, 75 kt) ≈ ~9 L/h (≈2 Imp gal/h)
Stall Speed (VS): 72 km/h (45 mph, 39 kt) IAS (at typical training weight)
Climb Rate (Sea Level, MTOW): ~107 m/min (350 ft/min) at ~45 kt
Endurance (Usable Fuel @ ~9 L/h): ~3.3 h (no reserve)
Still-Air Range (@ 75 kt, no reserve): ~450 km (280 mi, 240 nm)
FAQs About the Slingsby T61F Venture T Mk2
How much does a Slingsby T61F Venture T Mk2 cost?
Asking prices vary with engine time, fabric condition, avionics, and refurbishment history. In 2023–2025, publicly advertised airworthy examples in the UK and Europe typically asked between $25,000 and $45,000 USD equivalent. Shares in syndicates were lower. Always verify logbooks, engine hours since overhaul, and recent fabric and spar inspections.
Is the Venture T Mk2 suitable for training and touring?
Yes. Clubs and private owners use the Venture for ab-initio motor glider training, circuit practice, soaring coaching, and short touring. It cruises economically at 60–75 kt and offers benign handling, which helps early cross-country development.
What engine does the Venture T Mk2 use, and what is the typical fuel burn?
Most T61F aircraft use the VW-derived Rollason RS Mk 2 rated around 50 bhp. Typical training cruise fuel burn is about 2 Imperial gallons per hour (≈9 L/h), which yields roughly three hours of endurance on usable fuel.
What maintenance issues should I check before purchase?
Review engine overhaul status, magneto and carb heat effectiveness, fuel system condition, fabric and wood integrity, control hinge play, and undercarriage wear. Confirm that all applicable inspections, bulletins, and any placard limitations have been addressed.
How does the Venture perform as a glider with the engine stopped?
It offers simple soaring with a glide ratio around 22:1 and a modest sink rate, making local soaring practical. Pilots often practice engine-off operations for efficiency and skill building, provided local procedures allow it.
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