450 test flights were completed in 1968-1969. During this period the planes were fitted with the more powerful Vedeneev M-14P radial engine. Full production was ordered at Smolensk. The 18T became a basic trainer at Aeroflot flying schools used for circuits, instrument training, navigation and aerobatics.
Specification of Yak 18T
- Engine Veedeneev M-14P 360hp 9 cylinder radial
- Max take off weight 1650 Kg
- Empty weight 1217 Kg
- Max level flight speed 290 Km/hr
- Cruising speed 210-250 Km/hr
- Landing speed 125 Km/hr
- fuel capacity (standard) 190 litres
- fuel consumption 40-45 litres/hr
- Max stress (1500kg weight) +6.4 to -3.2 G
- Take off run 370 Metres
- Landing run 350 Metres
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