The Velocity SE is a four-seat homebuilt canard pusher aircraft offered as a kit and it is commonly built with fixed or retractable landing gear. Discover Velocity SE aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Velocity SE 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, flight schools and manufacturers. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
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Interesting facts about the Velocity SE
✈ The Velocity SE is a United States homebuilt kit aircraft produced by Velocity Aircraft, with company operations based in Sebastian, Florida.
✈ The SE name stands for Standard Elite, and the model is often referenced as the Velocity Model 173 SE in historical listings and documentation.
✈ The design uses a canard layout with a rear mounted pusher propeller, a configuration chosen to support efficient cruise and distinctive handling characteristics.
✈ Builders commonly fit the Velocity SE with Lycoming four cylinder engines, including the IO-320 and the IO-360, which keeps parts and maintenance support familiar to many owners.
✈ Velocity markets the SE in both fixed gear and retractable gear forms, letting buyers prioritise lower complexity or improved cruise efficiency.
✈ Gull-wing doors are a signature feature of the Velocity line, and they help with front seat access while the rear seats require more agility.
✈ The Velocity SE became the foundation airframe for the Mark I X-Racer created for the Rocket Racing League, highlighting how adaptable the platform proved for experimental development.
✈ Velocity has used the SE for transition training within the canard pusher category, which signals the model’s role as an entry point into the Velocity family for many pilots.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Velocity SE
Velocity has offered the Velocity SE in two widely recognised landing gear variants that matter to buyers who balance speed, complexity and operating costs. The Velocity SE-FG uses fixed landing gear, and many buyers favour it for simpler maintenance and fewer systems to manage. The Velocity SE-RG uses retractable landing gear, and it targets owners who want a cleaner airframe and stronger cruise performance potential. Both variants share the same four place canard pusher concept, so your decision usually comes down to insurance appetite, maintenance resources and how much you value incremental cruise efficiency.
Velocity SE 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: 19 ft (5.8 m)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 2,300 lb (1,043 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 60 US gal (230 L)
FAQs About the Velocity SE
Is the Velocity SE a four seat aircraft?
Yes, published configuration information for the Velocity SE describes a four place cabin, with two front seats and two rear seats.
What engines are commonly installed on the Velocity SE?
Builders commonly select Lycoming four cylinder powerplants, and published references often cite the Lycoming IO-320 and the Lycoming IO-360 as typical engine options.
What is the difference between the Velocity SE-FG and Velocity SE-RG?
The SE-FG uses fixed landing gear, while the SE-RG uses retractable landing gear. Fixed gear can reduce system complexity, while retractable gear can support higher cruise efficiency depending on build and configuration.
How fast does a Velocity SE typically cruise?
Published specifications for the SE commonly list a cruise speed around 187 knots at 75 percent power in a representative configuration.
What fuel capacity should buyers expect on a typical Velocity SE?
Commonly published specifications list 60 US gallons of fuel capacity, and you should confirm usable fuel and tank configuration with the seller because builder choices can vary.
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Find Finance for buying a Velocity SE
Financing a Velocity SE often depends on whether the aircraft is a kit project, a partially completed build or a finished and flying experimental aircraft. Lenders may ask for detailed build records, airworthiness documentation and a clear equipment list that covers engine, propeller and avionics. Some buyers also finance major milestones, such as engine installation or avionics completion, rather than the entire project at once. Use a specialist aviation finance provider who understands experimental aircraft so your loan structure matches the aircraft’s stage and your ownership plan.
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Find Insurance for a Velocity SE
Insurance for a Velocity SE usually reflects the aircraft’s experimental status and the pilot’s experience with canard pusher designs. Underwriters often look for documented transition training, recent flight time and a clear description of how you plan to operate the aircraft. Your premium can change based on retractable gear, hull value and avionics capability, especially if you plan regular cross country travel. Work with an aviation insurance broker who places experimental aircraft so you can align coverage with your mission, training plan and risk profile.
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