Mooney M20TN Acclaim / Type S

The turbocharged single built for maximum piston performance

Overview

Mooney United States ICAO: M20T 2006–2008 Active $630,000

The Mooney M20TN Acclaim, later known as the Type S, is a high-performance turbocharged piston aircraft. Designed for fast cross-country travel, it became one of the quickest production single-engine airplanes in its class. The aircraft reflects Mooney’s focus on aerodynamic efficiency.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
1 × Continental Turbo-Supercharged
Engine type
Piston
Power
280 hp · 209 kW
Avionics
Garmin G1000
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
4
Crew
—
Cabin width
3 ft 7 in  ·  1.10 m
Cabin height
3 ft 7 in  ·  1.10 m
Cabin length
9 ft 6 in  ·  2.90 m
Exterior length
26 ft 9 in  ·  8.15 m
Tail height
8 ft 6 in  ·  2.59 m
Fuselage diameter
3 ft 11 in  ·  1.20 m
Wing span
36 ft 5 in  ·  11.10 m
Baggage volume
18 ft³  ·  0.5 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
3,350 lb  ·  1,550 kg
Max landing weight
3,200 lb  ·  1,450 kg
Max payload
1,000 lb  ·  450 kg
Fuel capacity
110 gal · 400 L · 300 kg (AvGas)
Max cruise speed
242 kt  ·  278 mph  ·  448 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
60 kt  ·  69 mph  ·  111 km/h
Range
1,852 nm  ·  2,130 mi  ·  3,430 km
Fuel burn
34.03 nm/gal  ·  16.65 km/L
Ceiling
25,000 ft  ·  7,600 m
Rate of climb
1,380 ft/min  ·  7 m/s
Takeoff distance
1,380 ft  ·  420 m
Landing distance
2,200 ft  ·  670 m
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Mooney M20TN Acclaim ‘N665AG’

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Operational Context

Mooney M20TN Acclaim / Type S — turbocharged high-speed single

The M20 lineage dates to the 1950s, but the Acclaim variant emerged in the 2000s as a turbocharged development aimed at maximizing cruise speed. Featuring a streamlined fuselage and retractable landing gear, the aircraft emphasized efficiency and altitude performance. The Type S variant introduced refinements and incremental performance improvements.

Powered by a Continental TSIO-550 engine producing approximately 280 horsepower, the Acclaim cruises at about 230 knots (425 km/h) at altitude. Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 3,368 pounds (1,528 kg). Range can exceed 1,200 nautical miles (2,220 km) depending on fuel and payload.

The aircraft appeals to owner-pilots seeking jet-like cruise speeds with piston operating costs. Its high-altitude capability enhances weather flexibility and efficiency. The Acclaim represents one of the fastest certified piston singles ever produced.