General Aviation

Vans RV-4-180

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van’s RV‑4 is a two‑seat, tandem‑configuration light aircraft sold as a kit by Van’s Aircraft of Aurora, Oregon. It is the fourth‑most popular model in the RV series, with 1,446 examples completed and flown worldwide by November 2022. The RV‑4 combines the proven design of the single‑seat RV‑3 with a larger wing and a higher‑power engine range, making it suitable for sport aerobatics and cross‑country flying.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-rv-4-180
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N26ML

Specifications

Wingspan
7 m / 23 ft
Length
6.2 m / 20 ft
Height
1.65 m / 5 ft
Max Speed
341 km/h / 212 mph
Cruise Speed
320 km/h / 200 mph
Range
950 km / 510 nmi
Ceiling
7000 m / 23000 ft
First Flight
1979
Total Built
1446

Variants

  • RV-4-180- 1 registrations - Example N26ML

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