The CTLS has a normal cruising speed of 115 knots (128 mph) at 75% power giving a maximum range of nearly 1000 statute miles! The strut-less carbon fiber wing has high-lift slotted flaps for amazing short field capabilities. Due to the strength to weight ratio of carbon fiber, the CTLS fully equipped has a useful load of over 550 lbs. All models in the series mount a 80 hp (60 kW) Rotax 912UL or 100 hp (75 kW) Rotax 912ULS engine in tractor configuration. The aircraft are of composite construction, with carbon fiber being the primary material. This allows a very aerodynamic shape to the fuselage and very high useful loads (almost equal to the weight of the aircraft itself). Variants CT Composite Technology - original model, production commenced in 1997. No longer in production.[ CT2K Improved second generation model introduced in 1999 for the year 2000 (2K) to comply with UK microlight regulations, BCAR Section S. No longer in production. CTSW Short Wing version of the CT2K with a shorter wingspan and redesigned wingtips, giving higher cruise speeds while maintaining similar stall speeds. Remained in production in 2017. CTLS Light Sport version, announced in 2008. It improves on the CTSW in several areas, including a revised fuel system (improved fuel venting and standard-type fuel caps), a revised tailplane and upgraded landing gear as well as aerodynamic improvements. Remained in production in 2017. MC Metal Concept is a CT-LS fabricated predominantly from steel tubing and aluminium and intended for the flight training market. Introduced in July 2008, the MC has a lower cockpit sill for easier entry, is 5-7 knots slower than the LS, has 50 lb (23 kg) less useful load and 500 mi (805 km) less range. Remained in production in 2017. CTLS-Lite CTLS with reduced features, lower empty weight and price US$20,000 lower. Introduced at Sun 'n Fun 2010. No longer in production. CTHL High Lift variant for glider towing and floatplane use, announced at Sun 'n Fun 2010. It will be equipped with a turbocharged 115 hp (86 kW) Rotax 914 powerplant, a 12% greater wing area, a larger stabilator and a full-aircraft parachute all as standard equipment. The price is forecast to be US$14,000 higher than the CTLS No longer in production. CTLE Law Enforcement model introduced in 2011 with stabilized camera mount underneath the wing for police surveillance aircraft use] Remained in production in 2017. CTLSi Version of the CTLS introduced in 2012 and powered by a Rotax 912 iS engine of 100 hp (75 kW). This engine improves fuel consumption by 21%. The model has a $12,800 higher price, but that includes the new engine, electric trim and a lithium ion battery. Remained in production in 2017. CT Supralight Model for the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale microlight category, with a gross weight of 472.5 kg (1,042 lb). The standard engines for this version are 80 hp (60 kW) Rotax 912UL, the 100 hp (75 kW) Rotax 912ULS and the 115 hp (86 kW) Rotax 914 four-stroke powerplants. Remained in production in 2017. Specs are for the CTLS model.
