Rotax 916 iS – 160 HP
Rotax 916 iS – 160 HP Turbocharged Aircraft Engine | Legend Aviation Saudi Arabia
The Rotax 916 iS is the newest and most powerful engine in the Rotax aircraft family, delivering 160 HP through a lightweight turbocharged design with dual electronic fuel injection and full digital engine management. It is engineered for high-performance Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) and experimental aviation, offering exceptional climb performance, reliability, and fuel efficiency. Now officially available in Saudi Arabia through Legend Aviation.
محرك Rotax 916 iS – بقدرة 160 حصان هو أحدث وأقوى محرك في عائلة روتاكس، مزود بشاحن توربيني ونظام حقن وقود إلكتروني مزدوج، وإدارة رقمية كاملة للمحرك. يتميز بنسبة ممتازة بين القوة والوزن، واستهلاك وقود منخفض، وعمر تشغيلي حتى 2000 ساعة، مما يجعله مناسبًا للطائرات الرياضية الخفيفة والطائرات التجريبية. يتوفر الآن حصريًا لدى شركة أسطورة الطيران، الموزع المعتمد لمحركات Rotax في المملكة العربية السعودية، وفق الأنظمة المعتمدة من هيئة الطيران المدني السعودي.
Key Features
- Turbocharged four-cylinder, four-stroke engine (1,352 cm³ displacement)
- 160 HP take-off power with best-in-class power-to-weight ratio
- Dual electronic fuel injection and ignition with redundant systems and Eco Mode
- Full Engine Management System (EMS) for digital control and monitoring
- Dry sump forced lubrication with separate oil tank for maximum reliability
- Stainless steel exhaust system and integrated intercooler for optimal thermal management
- TBO: 2,000 hours – with full take-off power up to 15,000 ft
- Designed as an upgrade path from the Rotax 915 iS with similar installation envelope
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Power Output | 160 hp (117 kW) @ 5,800 rpm take-off 137 hp (101 kW) @ 5,500 rpm continuous |
| Torque | 193 Nm @ 5,800 rpm 175 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, horizontally opposed |
| Displacement | 1,352 cm³ |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled cylinder heads, air-cooled cylinders |
| Fuel System | Redundant electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| Ignition | Dual electronic ignition |
| Gearbox | Propeller speed reduction gearbox i = 2.54 with overload clutch |
| Dry Weight | Approx. 85.8 kg (engine with gearbox, turbocharger, intercooler, exhaust) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| TBO | 2,000 hours |
| Max Operating Altitude | Up to 23,000 ft |
| Fuel | Mogas min. RON 95 (AKI 91) or Avgas 100LL, up to 10% Ethanol |
*Additional items such as suspension frame and external alternator add a few kilograms depending on configuration.
Optional Technical Details
| Parameter | Value |
| Bore | 84.0 mm (3.31 in) |
| Stroke | 61.0 mm (2.4 in) |
| Certification | iS: ASTM compliant | iSc: Certified according to EASA CS-E |
*Engine performance may vary depending on temperature, altitude, and fuel type.
Ideal Applications
- Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) and experimental aircraft
- STOL and back-country aircraft requiring strong climb performance
- High-end ultralights and touring aircraft
- Perfect upgrade for aircraft currently powered by Rotax 915 iS
- Ideal for performance-focused pilots seeking reliability and altitude power
Why order from Legend Aviation (Saudi Arabia)?
- Official Rotax distributor & service partner in Saudi Arabia
- Technical support, installation guidance, and after-sales service
- Availability of genuine Rotax spare parts and maintenance kits
- Fast delivery and installation support anywhere in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
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