The Thorp T-18 is an American, two-place, all-metal, plans-built, homebuilt aircraft designed in 1963 by John Thorp. [1][2][3]

May 21, 2010 · The Thorp T-18 is without a doubt one of the most popular homebuilts in existence. This two-place speedster can wring 160 mph out of a 125-hp engine. Its monoplane design with slightly upturned wings is clean and streamlined in appearance. A tight cowling, sleek canopy, very clean exterior metalwork, and light weight help explain its speed.

About the Thorp T-18. The T-18 design was originally developed with the Lycoming 0-290G (ground auxiliary power unit) in mind, by John Thorp. Which was easily converted to a Lycoming 0-290D engine producing 125 HP. The T-18 is an all metal 2 …

The Thorp T-18 is a propeller-driven, two seat recreational aircraft that first became available in 1963. The Tiger was designed as a kit, shipped to and built by the purchaser at home. In garages across the United States, sheets of aluminum were riveted together just like on production aircraft.

May 8, 2019 · Two-seat light sport monoplane. One 134 kw (180 hp) Lycoming O-360 four-cylinder horizontally-opposed air-cooled engine. Designed by John Thorp in the USA, the T-18 has been one of the most popular homebuilt light aircraft for amateur construction, hundreds having been built around the world.

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Control response is exceptional and control forces are well harmonized. The T-18 is a very capable cross-country airplane. It will carry 2 people, 80 lbs. of baggage, and depending on engine and prop, can cruise around 180 mph. Powerplants range from Lycoming O …

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THORP T-18 • $23,000 • FOR SALE BY OWNER • T-18C 1985 Can't build a T18 for this price with paint, instruments and avionics. Airframe ready to fly just install an engine. Folding Wings Engine not include.

Jun 12, 2021 · Join Phil Mandel for a walkaround description and a brief flight in his Thorp T-18 homebuilt, one of the most affordable high-performance homebuilts on the market. Designer John Thorp was part of the Piper Cherokee design team but this was among his favorite projects. Be sure to read about Les Krumel’s Thorp T-18 in One Piece at a Time.