fastestbusaaround
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posted April 08, 2006 04:19 AM
We hope ...
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blueford
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posted April 08, 2006 06:01 AM
SOCATA ANNOUNCED THE TBM 850, an upgraded version of its single-engine turboprop TBM 700. After some 15 years of production, three different models and more than 300 airplanes, the 700 has been replaced on the production line by the TBM 850. Featuring a 1,825-shp Pratt & Whitney PT6A-66D turboprop engine flat rated to 850 shp, the TBM 850 turns in impressive numbers. At maximum takeoff weight, the 850 can climb to FL 260 in 15 minutes and to its service ceiling of FL 310 in 20 minutes. At FL 260 the 850's cruise speed at maximum cruise power is 320 ktas. IFR cruising range is 1,365 nm. At FL 310 and ISA +20°C, the 850's cruise speed is more than 55 knots faster than that of the TBM 700 C2.
Although described by Socata as the "Ultimate Personal Aircraft," from the performance speci. cations, it might more accurately be dubbed the "VLJ Killer." While offering performance numbers that virtually matchand in some cases even exceedthose of the emerging twin-engine very light jets, the TBM 850 will have several advantages including a significant reduction in direct operating costs, longer-range capability that will eliminate the need for intermediate fuel stops, a reduction in transition training requirements and potentially lower insurance premiums.
Socata is confident that the 850 will be a popular addition to its product line as evidenced by the fact that even before its official introduction more than two-thirds of 2006's production had already been sold. First delivery to a U.S. customer is slated to occur on February 23, 2006. Base price of the TBM 850 is $2,576,930; with typical options and equipped for RVSM the airplane will list at $2,799,850, roughly $120,000 more than the TBM 700.
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fastestbusaaround
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posted April 08, 2006 06:04 AM
Great...is this now an airplane forum too?
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nightmare
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posted April 08, 2006 06:17 AM
Now what in the hll was the point of putting an airplane on here?
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nightmare
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posted April 08, 2006 06:18 AM
So I guess I'll be getting the gsxr 1000! This is Bullshit KMC!!!!!
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fastestbusaaround
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posted April 08, 2006 06:19 AM
Maybe he's planning to buy one, since he can't have his 14 yet...
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blueford
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posted April 08, 2006 06:59 AM
I'm sorry I lied, here it is, it's fast for all electric!
Have you guys read the MCN report on the 14?
http://emmanuellevar.free.fr/ZZR%201400/presse/MCN/zx-14%20mcn%20PDF.pdf
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vegasdude
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posted April 08, 2006 08:37 AM
I just talked to my dealer. No 14's yet. But I'm getting one as soon as they arrive. Be patient guys...............
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swft
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posted April 08, 2006 10:02 AM
How bout those fuel cell bikes?
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fastestbusaaround
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posted April 08, 2006 10:43 AM
Was just my dealer today...bike en route from Vancouver to Montreal...confirmed by Kawa Canada...will be here this coming week...
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dubious
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posted April 08, 2006 11:09 AM
 Edited By: dubious on 8 Apr 2006 12:19
Have you guys read the MCN report on the 14?
http://emmanuellevar.free.fr/ZZR%201400/presse/MCN/zx-14%20mcn%20PDF.pdf
Wow,
Holly shit .
Nuthin but great reviews
Thanks  s
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dubious
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posted April 08, 2006 11:47 AM
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Was just my dealer today...bike en route from Vancouver to Montreal...confirmed by Kawa Canada...will be here this coming week...
I just called 4 Alberta, and 4 BC dealers, and all either said 2-3 weeks, or were clueless.
One told me he just spoke to kawasaki rep and and was informed 2 weeks away.
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fastestbusaaround
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posted April 08, 2006 11:49 AM
Well...either my dealer is full of shit, or bike get here before they get there? I guess we'll know this week eh?
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dubious
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posted April 08, 2006 11:51 AM
Yup, I'm hopin your guy is right cause, mine should be here Tuesday if yours is to arrive before Friday!
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rond
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posted April 08, 2006 12:24 PM
Ford Focus
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