Viper Hovercraft

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VIPER 5 HOVERCRAFT

The Viper 5, 5X & 5XT Hovercraft are practical small hovercraft which are ideal for fishing, farming, industrial and recreational use.

Compared to the old Viper 4 series hovercraft, the Viper 5 hovercraft range is longer, and has a larger payload and storage capacity.

In the Viper 5 hovercraft series, we use reliable, proven engines. These engines are new from the factory and are designed for small hovercraft, and light aircraft.

There are a three engine/thrust module configurations available to suit different uses.

The Viper 5 is fitted with a Rotax, 65hp, inline 2 cylinder, water cooled two-stroke engine. This engine option is suitable for most recreational uses, where low noise levels are preferred.

The Viper 5X is fitted with a Hirth, 100hp, inline 3 cylinder, water cooled two-stroke engine. This engine option provides an increase to the power to weight. This enables better acceleration, tighter turns, higher cruise speeds and longer engine life. The Viper 5X is suited to full payloads and anticipated mild to rough conditions.

The Viper 5XT hovercraft is fitted with a Rotax, 100hp, 4 cylinder, air/water cooled four stroke engine. The Viper 5XT has the same overall performance as the Viper 5X. However, the Viper 5XT engine is quieter and it has the longest engine life. The Viper 5XT is suited to those who are looking for the best overall performance and efficiency. Most importantly, it is eco friendly.

Please see below, for price, options, specifications, inclusions, construction detail, availability, payment, and other useful information.

SPECIFICATIONS

PRICE includes G.S.T.	Viper 5	Viper 5X	Viper 5XT
Hovercraft (without options, but includes attachments and spares listed below)	From AU$37,200.00	From AU$41,500.00	From AU$52,500.00
GENERAL	Viper 5	Viper 5X	Viper 5XT
Seating	5 persons, Inline	5 persons, Inline	5 persons, Inline
Cockpit	Open	Open	Open
Length	4.6m	4.6m	4.6m
Width	2.2m	2.2m	2.2m
Height	1.45m	1.45m	1.45m
Weight (dry - without options))	260kg,	270kg,	280kg
Payload (maximum in calm conditions)	480kg (5 persons, options, gear and fuel totalling less than 480kg)	500kg (5 persons, options, gear and fuel totalling less than 500kg )	500kg (5 persons, options, gear and fuel totalling less than 500kg)
Hover height (max)	240mm	240mm	240mm
Positive Buoyancy	830kg	850kg	850kg
Fuel capacity	50 litres	50 litres	50 litres
Thrust (Approx)	95kg	140kg	140kg
Speed - Safe max	80kph (ideal conditions)	80kph + (ideal conditions)	80kph + (ideal conditions)
Ideal Cruise speed	30 - 45kph	30 - 60kph	30 - 60kph
Endurance @ Cruise (50L)	4 - 4.5 hours	3.5 - 4 hours	3.5 - 4 hours

ENGINE	Viper 5 Two stroke	Viper 5X Two stroke	Viper 5XT Four stroke
Engine make	Rotax	Hirth	Rotax
Capacity	580cc	939cc	1352cc
Type	Water-cooled, two cylinder, two-stroke	Water-cooled, three cylinder, two-stroke	Air-cooled, water-cooled, four cylinder, four-stroke
Power	64 bhp @ 6,500 rpm	100 bhp @ 6,000 rpm	100 bhp @ 5,800 rpm
Fuel	95 - 98 Octane unleaded 2% oil premix	95 - 98 Octane unleaded 2% oil premix	95 - 98 Octane unleaded
Ignition	Dual sparkplug per cylinder	Dual sparkplug per cylinder	Dual sparkplug per cylinder
Starting	Electric start	Electric start	Electric start
Generator	170w (12V DC 15amp)	250w (12V DC 25amp)	250w (12V DC 25amp)
T.B.O. (Top and bottom overhaul)	250 - 350 hours	700 - 900 hours	850 - 1200 hours
Drive system	HTD Tooth belt	HTD Tooth belt	HTD Tooth belt
Propulsion	Multi-wing Fan	Multi-wing Fan	Multi-wing Fan
Noise	82db @ 30mt max. 74db @ 30mt Cruise - (4,500rpm)	84db @ 30mt max. 77db @ 30mt Cruise - (4,500rpm)	84db @ 30mt max. 77db @ 30mt Cruise - (4,300rpm)
OPTIONAL	Viper 5	Viper 5X	Viper 5XT
Standard trailer	AU$1,950.00	AU$1,950.00	AU$1,950.00
Oil injection	AU$490.00 (1.5kg)	AU$650.00 (1.5kg)	N/A
Elevator system	AU$1,550.00 (2.5kg)	AU$1,550.00 (2.5kg)	AU$1,550.00 (2.5kg)
2 x forward storage compartments	AU$300.00 (2.5kg)	AU$300.00 (2.5kg)	AU$300.00 (2.5kg)
Deck and floor anti-slip mating.	AU$300.00 (11kg)	AU$300.00 (11kg)	AU$300.00 (11kg)
Cockpit hand rails	AU$210.00 (1.6kg)	AU$210.00 (1.6kg)	AU$210.00 (1.6kg)
Navigation lights	AU$155.00 (.5kg)	AU$155.00 (.5kg)	AU$155.00 (.5kg)
Overhead frame and driving lights	AU$1,300.00 (10kg)	AU$1,300.00 (10kg)	AU$1,300.00 (10kg)
Fire extinguisher	AU$50.00 (1.5kg)	AU$50.00 (1.5kg)	AU$50.00 (1.5kg)
Tailored cover	AU750.00	AU$750.00	AU$750.00
Electric winch	AU$200.00	AU$200.00	AU$200.00

Standard features :

- Enclosed electrical and engine air-intake filtration system.
- Externally vented and removable aluminium fuel tank
- High gloss, gel coat finish
- Lightweight, smooth, adjustable tooth belt drive system

Standard inclusions:

- Operator manual and log book
- 1 day owner/operator training if requested
- 10 Spare Front skirt segment
- 5 Spare Rear skirt segment
- Spare ignition key
- Basic tool kit

Standard construction Detail :

- GRP/Foam composite Hull and deck
- GRP/Foam composite deck.
- GRP/composite cockpit.
- GRP fan cowl, engine cover and windscreen
- Carbon Fibre Dash.
- Galvanised engine frame
- Aluminium coated exhaust system
- Colours - White, Central Blue, Safety yellow, Signal red, Chrome green and more.
- Polyurethane coated nylon skirting

Standard attachments :

- Forward and rear deck cleats
- Forward tow point
- Impact protection strip
- 1 x Engine bay bilge pump (500gph)
- Orange strobe light

Standard dash components :

- Tachometer
- Hour meter
- Fuel level gauge
- Voltmeter
- Water temperature gauge
- Oil temp gauge (Viper 5XT only)
- Oil pressure gauge (Viper 5XT only)
- Choke control (on handle bar)
- 12 Volt external outlet

Optional trailer detail:

- Easy slide off, winch on
- Light weight, but robust design
- 700kg capacity
- Optional electric winch
- Galvanised steel construction
- Polyurethane rails
- Removable light bar
- Spare wheel included
- Jockey wheel

Availability and payment details -

We are currently booked out until October 2009, but taking orders for delivery late September 2009.

From late October - All our production hovercraft are fabricated to order. Each hovercraft is usually ready for dispatch 6 - 8 weeks upon order (Depending on model, options ordered, and existing order commitments). A 50% deposit is required for Viper 5 & 5X. 70% deposit is required for Viper 5XT. Final payment is required prior the pick up or shipment.

Packing, shipping and pick up -

Shipment via road transport ex factory - contact us
Shipment via sea - F.O.B. costs ex Sydney port, 1 x 20' container is cost is AU$1,500 minimum.
Owner pick up - Please consider purchasing one of our trailers to ease this process. If you have already ordered a trailer with your new hovercraft, then you are ready to go. Hold down straps are included. Ensure that your vehicle has a tow bar and a flat 7 pin plug (or adaptor).

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