The Long-EZ was a scaled-up redesign of the VariEze predecessor, allowing for the use of readily available Lycoming aircraft engines instead of the Volkswagen-derived engines or hard-to-find small Continentals for which the VariEze was designed. Changes from the VariEze included a larger main wing with modified Eppler 1230 airfoil and less sweep, larger strakes containing more fuel and baggage storage, and a slightly wider cabin. The canard uses the same GU25-5 airfoil as the VariEze.
I-KARL has flown around 500 hours and has proven to be a reliable aircraft.
Specifications:
| Type: | Rutan Long-EZ |
| Aircraft Registration: | I-KARL |
| Manufacturer Serial Number: | 0001 |
| Maximum Take-Off Mass: | 703 kg |
| Year of Manufacturing: | 1995 |
| Total Time on Airframe: | 503 |
| Engines: | Lycoming O-290 |
| Engine Power: | 140 hp |
| Total Time on Engines: | 203 SMOH, 1297 TT |
| Propellers: | Carlo Chignoli |
| Total Time on Propellers: | 503 |
| Avionics: | KT-76A Transponder |
| Interior: | Standard |
| Exterior: | Grey |
| Options: | Fire Extinguisher |
| Price: | € 55.000 or best offer |