Buethe Barracuda

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The Barracuda is a light multi-purpose aircraft, developed by the American company W.B. Buethe Enterprises. Its chief designer was William Buethe, and the prototype’s first flight occurred on June 25, 1975.

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Design and Technical Specifications

The Buethe Barracuda aircraft was a two-seater, cantilever low-wing monoplane with retractable landing gear. For its powerplant, a six-cylinder Lycoming IO-540-C4B5 piston engine was selected, delivering 250 hp (186 kW) with a two-bladed propeller.

Availability to Customers

The Buethe Barracuda was offered to customers either as a kit for self-assembly or as a complete set of blueprints.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Barracuda
Wingspan, m	7.54
Aircraft length, m	6.55
Wing area, m2	11.15
Empty weight	712
Maximum takeoff weight	1043
Engine type	1 Piston engine Lycoming IO-540-C4B5
Power, hp	1 x 250
Maximum speed, km/h	335
Cruising speed, km/h	300
Practical range, km	1480
Maximum rate of climb, m/min	780
Crew, crew members	2

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Sources & Accuracy

The information presented in this technical sheet has been compiled from declassified flight manuals, historical archives, and specialized literature. While we strive for maximum accuracy, some performance data may vary depending on the specific variant or operational conditions.

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