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CUBCRAFTERS • EXPERIMENTAL AMATEUR-BUILT

CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS

High-power STOL backcountry aircraft

CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS, in brief

The Carbon Cub SS is a two-seat, carbon-fiber-framed STOL aircraft built for backcountry flying, with a 180-hp CC340 engine giving short-field performance few aircraft can match.

Specifications

Engine CC340, 180 hp
Seats 2 (tandem)
Cruise speed ~120 mph
Takeoff distance ~100-200 ft
Category Experimental/LSA

Financing a CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS

Experimental and kit-built aircraft can be financed, though lenders typically require a completed, flying aircraft with logged hours and may ask for a larger down payment than certified singles.

Frequently asked questions

Can an experimental aircraft like this be financed?

Yes, though terms are usually shorter and down payments higher than for certified aircraft.

Does CubCrafters build it or is it a kit?

CubCrafters offers both factory-built and kit-built versions; financing terms can differ between the two.

What is the Carbon Cub used for?

Backcountry, bush, and short-field flying.

Ready to look at financing for a CubCrafters Carbon Cub SS? See the full Piston Aircraft Financing overview or run the numbers with our aircraft finance calculator.

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