'99-'00 172R vs 172SP: R is good? or the weak little brother?
john smith wrote:
How is it that with the same engine, they develop different HP ratings?
R = 160 BHP @ 2400rpm
S = 180 BHP @ 2700rpm
Is there a governor on the R model?
Throttle restriction.
That is *completely* incorrect! As stated earlier, the R model uses a
higher pitched prop to keep maximum RPM's down. Thus the engine is only
able to produce 160hp output.
Happy Flying!
Scott Skylane
N92054
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