Amphibious
Cessna Caravan Amphibian
ICAO: C208
Overview
The Sukhoi/Beriev Be-103 is a light twin-engine amphibious aircraft developed in Russia for regional transport. Designed to operate from both runways and water surfaces, it targeted remote communities and coastal routes. The aircraft represents a modern continuation of the Beriev amphibious tradition.
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Specifications
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- Engine
- 2 × Continental IO-360-ES4 fuel-injected
- Engine type
- Piston
- Power
- 2 × 210 hp · 157 kW
- Avionics
- Avidyne Entegra
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 5
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 4 ft 1 in · 1.25 m
- Cabin height
- 4 ft 0 in · 1.23 m
- Cabin length
- 10 ft 6 in · 3.20 m
- Exterior length
- 34 ft 11 in · 10.65 m
- Tail height
- 12 ft 4 in · 3.76 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 4 ft 5 in · 1.35 m
- Wing span
- 41 ft 9 in · 12.72 m
- Baggage volume
- 11 ft³ · 0.3 m³
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 5,000 lb · 2,250 kg
- Max landing weight
- —
- Max payload
- 850 lb · 400 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 90 gal · 300 L · 200 kg (AvGas)
- Max cruise speed
- 130 kt · 150 mph · 241 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- 62 kt · 71 mph · 115 km/h
- Range
- 460 nm · 530 mi · 850 km
- Fuel burn
- 5.11 nm/gal · 2.50 km/L
- Ceiling
- 16,400 ft · 5,000 m
- Rate of climb
- 12 ft/min · 0 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- 1,120 ft · 340 m
- Landing distance
- 1,510 ft · 460 m
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Operational Context
Sukhoi/Beriev Be-103 Snipe — light amphibious twin-engine aircraft
The Be-103 first flew in 1997 as a small amphibious transport intended for domestic and export markets. Developed by the Beriev Design Bureau with Sukhoi involvement in marketing and production support, the aircraft was designed for short regional routes in areas with limited infrastructure. Its boat-shaped fuselage and high-mounted wing allow operations from lakes, rivers, and coastal waters.
Powered by two Continental IO-360 piston engines producing approximately 210 horsepower each, the Be-103 cruises at around 150 knots (280 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 7,700 pounds (3,500 kg). The cabin typically accommodates up to six passengers, with a range of approximately 540 nautical miles (1,000 km) depending on configuration.
The Be-103 received certification in Russia and limited international approvals, including in the United States. Production numbers remained modest due to market conditions and competition. Nevertheless, the aircraft stands as one of the few modern light amphibians developed in the post-Soviet era.
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