The Allison Prop Jet Convair, or CV580, is a two engine, low wing medium range commercial transport. Originally, manufactured by Convair as a CV340 or CV440, and then converted to prop–jet power by the Allison Division of General Motors Corporation through Canadian STC SA00-140, or FAA STC SA4-1100. Conversions today are done by Kelowna Flightcraft, the Type Certificate and STC Holder, with aircraft gross weight up to 58,156 pounds. Distinguishing features include a pressurized semi-monocoque fuselage, dual wheel tricycle landing gear, a forward self-contained folding stairway, up to 55 passenger seating, or full cargo configuration using pallets or closed containers. Allison 501-D13D, 501D13H, or 501D22G turbine engines power the CV580 through Aeroproducts A6441FN-606A, or Hamilton Standard 54H60-77, 4 bladed , reversing, full feathering propellers. The proven reliability, versatility of configurations, and continuing operator support ensure aircraft viability into the future.
| Specifications: |
| CV580F |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight (lbs) | 58,156
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| Maximum Landing Weight (lbs) | 53,000
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| Maximum Zero Fuel Weight (lbs) | 50,000
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| Operating Empty Weight (lbs) | 34,000
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| Fuel Capacity (usg) | 1,730
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| Maximum Payload (lbs) | 16,000
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| Main Deck Cargo Volume (ft³) | 2,500
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| Lower Hold Cargo Volume (ft³) | 78
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| Total Cargo Volume (ft³) | 2,578
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| Maximum Range (nm) | 1,250
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| Range with Maximum Payload (nm) | 700
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