Wipaire is proud to manufacture the industries leading floats. Wipline floats are available for a variety of aircraft in both seaplane and amphibious configurations.
American Champion
Cub Crafters
Piper
Quest
The Wipline 2350 float is the perfect addition to your light aircraft. With outstanding performance and handling parameters, you are sure to find an all new sense of adventure! Each float has large storage hatches that measure 20-3/8” by 10-1/2” that reveal six cubic feet of storage capacity. Wipline’s main gear utilizes a ‘rubber doughnut’ shock strut, which means that there is no air or oil to worry about. Wipline’s nose gear is so well proven that it has now become the industry standard. Whether you want the versatility of the amphibian or the simplicity of the straight float, you’ll find the Wipline 2350 to be the best in the industry.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Float Dimensions | |
Length – Seaplane | 19’7″ (5.97 m) |
Length – Amphibian | 19’11” (6.07 m) |
Height – Hull | 1’11” (0.58 m) |
Width – Hull | 2’5″ (0.74 m) |
Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
Displacement in Fresh Water | |
Amphibious Floats | 2,432 lbs (1,103 kg) |
Seaplane Floats | 2,570 lbs (1,166 kg) |
Maximum Flotation | |
Amphibious Floats | 2,702 lbs (1,226 kg)1 |
Seaplane Floats | 2,855 lbs (1,295 kg)1 |
1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) |
Weight | |
Amphibian System Total Weight | 468 lbs (212 kg) |
Amphibian Exchange Weight | 331 lbs (150 kg) |
Seaplane System Total Weight | 305 lbs (138 kg) |
Seaplane Exchange Weight | 168 lbs (76 kg) |
Skyhawk Model | Gross Weight | Engine | Propeller |
172A, B, C | 2,450 lbs (1,111 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
172D, E, F, G, H, I, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
172I, K, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
172Q | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
172R, S | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1A200/WFA8243 FP |
F172D, E, F, G, H, K, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
F172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
FR172E, F, G, H, J, K | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 2A34C203/90DCA-10 |
P172D | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1D200/OM9044 |
P172D | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
R172K | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 2A34C203/90DCA-10 |
175A, B, C | 2,450 lbs (1,111 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1D200/OM9044 |
*** Propeller: McCauley 1A200/DFA 8243 FP, McCauley 1A200/WFA 8243 FP, Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BF/F8477-4 Constant Speed, Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF/ F8477-4 Constant Speed |
For outstanding performance and reliability on hard surface runways, grass strips or your favorite lake or river the Wipline 3450 floats give you the best of both worlds.
The Wipline 3450 float was designed using the latest C.A.D. (Computer Aided Design) technology. The aluminum parts and skins are laser cut and all rivet holes are pre-punched. This means replacement parts are a perfect fit. The main keel has a removable wear strip for ease of maintenance. With this technology we are able to build the 3450 float to be ultra light and still north-country rugged.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Float Dimensions | |
Length – Seaplane | 22’10” (6.96 m) |
Length – Amphibian | 23’5″ (7.13 m) |
Height – Hull | 2’5″ (0.74 m) |
Width – Hull | 2’8″ (0.81 m) |
Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
Displacement in Fresh Water | |
Amphibious Floats | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
Seaplane Floats | 3,776 lbs (1,713 kg) |
Maximum Flotation | |
Amphibious Floats | 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)1,2 |
Seaplane Floats | 4,196 lbs (1,903 kg)1 |
1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) 2) 206H (normally aspirated) has a gross weight restriction of 3,775 lbs for land takeoff only. |
Weight for 3450 Floats on a Cessna 206 | |
Amphibian System Total Weight | 694 lbs (315 kg) |
Amphibian Exchange Weight | 532 lbs (241 kg)3 |
Seaplane System Total Weight | 491 lbs (223 kg) |
Seaplane Exchange Weight | 329 lbs (149 kg)3 |
Aircraft Gross Weight | 3,792 lbs (1,720 kg) |
3) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. |
Cessna 206 Performance on Amphibious Floats | ||
Model | 206H | T206H |
Engine | IO-540 (300 HP) | TIO-540 (310 HP) |
Take off run (land) | 1,146 ft (349 m) | 1,132 ft (345 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,830 ft (558 m) | 1,876 ft (572 m) |
Take off run (water) | 1,770 ft (539 m) | 1,821 ft (555 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 2,850 ft (869 m) | 2,954 ft (900 m) |
Rate of climb (per/min) | 770 ft (235 m) | 982 ft (299 m) |
Flying to the remote Canadian Shield or hopping between white sand beaches of the islands, Wipaire can outfit your Caravan with the versatility you need. The Cessna Caravan is frequently referred to as the sport utility vehicle of the air. Combine this workhorse of an aircraft with a set of rugged Wipline 8750 floats and our performance, convenience or utility enhancing modifications and you have an aircraft that will fly you from business meeting to your weekend getaway.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Float Dimensions | |
Length – Seaplane | 31’2" (9.5 m) |
Length – Amphibian | 31’9" (9.68 m) |
Height – Hull | 3’3" (0.99 m) |
Width – Hull | 3’6″ (1.07 m) |
Float Locker Capacity (each) | 150 lbs (68 kg) |
Displacement in Fresh Water | |
Amphibious Floats | 8,240 lbs (3,738 kg) |
Seaplane Floats | 8,741 lbs (3,965 kg) |
Maximum Flotation | |
Amphibious Floats | 9,155 lbs (4,153 kg)1 |
Seaplane Floats | 9,712 lbs (4,405 kg)1 |
1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) |
Weight for 8750 Floats on a Cessna 208, 208B and 208B-EX | |
Amphibian System Total Weight | 1,678 lbs (761 kg) |
Amphibian Exchange Weight | 1,142 lbs (518 kg)2 |
Seaplane System Total Weight | 1,294 lbs (587 kg) |
Seaplane Exchange Weight | 757 lbs (343 kg)2 |
Aircraft Gross Weight for 208 | 8,750 lbs (3,969 kg) |
Aircraft Gross Weight for 208B, 208B-EX | 9,062 lbs (4,110 kg) |
2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. |
Cessna 208 Performance on Amphibious Floats | ||
Model | Caravan | Grand Caravan |
Engine | PT6A-114A (675 HP) | PT6A-140A (867 HP) |
Take off run (land) | 1,431 ft (436 m) | 1,826 ft (556 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 2,422 ft (738 m) | 2,425 ft (739 m) |
Take off run (water) | 2,341 ft (714 m) | 2,000 ft (610 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 3,660 ft (1,116 m) | 3,270 ft (997 m) |
Rate of climb (per/min) | 947 ft (289 m) | 1,212 ft (369 m) |
Wipline model 13000 floats are performance oriented to provide low maintenance and high-reliability for series 100, 200 and 300 (short nose and long nose) de Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft. Efficient fluted bottoms accommodate a wide range of water conditions. Deadrise angle contour from bow to step is designed for rough water versatility and heavyweight takeoff performance.
Hull components are etched, alodined and epoxy primed before assembly, assuring that there is no exposed bare metal. All mechanical components are stainless cad-plated steel and anodized aluminum. The nose gear features a full-caster wheel mounted on a composite nose spring, which retracts into the float nose to provide a dock bumper.
Whether you are flying to a peaceful getaway, or on a mission to remote corners of the world, Wipline 13000 floats will deliver you, your passengers and your payload with ease.
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
Float Dimensions | |
Length – Seaplane | 31’3" (9.53 m) |
Length – Amphibian | 32’5" (9.88 m) |
Height – Hull | 3’9" (1.14 m) |
Width – Hull | 4’3″ (1.3 m) |
Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
Displacement in Fresh Water | |
Amphibious Floats | 12,442 lbs (5,644 kg) |
Seaplane Floats | 12,844 lbs (5,826 kg) |
Maximum Flotation | |
Amphibious Floats | 13,824 lbs (6,270 kg)1 |
Seaplane Floats | 14,271 lbs (6,473 kg)1 |
1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) |
Weight for 13000 Floats on a Twin Otter | |
Amphibian System Total Weight | 2,163 lbs (981 kg) |
Amphibian Exchange Weight | 1,560 lbs (708 kg)2 |
Seaplane System Total Weight | 1,486 lbs (674 kg) |
Seaplane Exchange Weight | 883 lbs (461 kg)2 |
Aircraft Gross Weight for DHC-6-100 & 200 | 11,600 lbs (5,262 kg) |
Aircraft Gross Weight for DHC-6-300 & 400 | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) |
2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. |
Twin Otter Performance on Amphibious Floats | ||
Engine | PT6A-20 | PT6A-34 |
Take off run (land) | 1,280 ft (390 m) | 1,333 ft (406 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,770 ft (539 m) | 1,843 ft (562 m) |
Take off run (water) | 1,178 ft (359 m) | 1,227 ft (374 m) |
Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 1,886 ft (575 m) | 1,965 ft (599 m) |
Rate of climb (per/min) | 1,355 ft (413 m) | 1,400 ft (427 m) |