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The High Country
Explorer, a variant of
the 7GCBC, is the first
certified aircraft to
offer the new Superior
Vantage engine. With a
jump to 180 Horsepower
(from 160), the airplane
has exceptional
performance. Deriving
various design choices
from the 8GCBC Scout, an
'in-between' airplane
has been created.
The cowling is taken
from the Scout by adding
the side louvers and
ground adjustable cowl
flap. Following this
cue, the Scout airbox
was added to offer dual
inlets when carburetor
heat is used.
To allow for a larger
diameter propeller, the
High Country comes
standard with the
Aluminum Gear and 800 x
6 tires. The lighter
gear is both taller and
lighter, helping to
offset the extra weight
of the Superior O-360
over the standard
Lycoming O-320. This is
both a feature and a
limit, as the 800 x 6 is
the smallest tire
permitted. Thus, it is
not compatible with the
current wheel pants.
However, for those who
want larger tires,
tundra tires are
compatible and any of
the active STC's out
there can be used just
as a standard 7GCBC
would.
Lastly, the Superior
Vantage permissibly runs
on premium automotive
fuel. No reformulated
or alcohol blends are
permitted. As always,
Aviation Grade 100LL is
the preferred fuel. |
