Category | Wipline Floats
Wipline 2100 Floats for Experimental Cubs
When it’s time to take your homebuilt Cub to the water you can count on Wipline 2100 seaplane or amphibious floats. Wipline floats are lighter than PK 2050 floats and with a greater max gross weight.
Available for installation on:
- CubCrafters Carbon Cub FX, EX
- Javron Cub
- Legend Cub
Wipline 2100 Floats vs PK 2050 Floats
Wipline 2100 floats are lighter and hold more than PK 2050s. Wipline 2100S seaplane floats are 33% lighter when installed and feature 13% greater buoyancy, Wipline 2100A amphibious floats are 12% lighter installed and boast 18% greater buoyancy.
| Amphibious Float Comparison | |||
| Wipline 2100A | PK 2050A | ||
| Max Gross Weight | 2428 lbs | 2049 lbs | |
| Installed Weight | 331 lbs | 375 lbs | |
2100A Floats Hold More & Weigh Less
Max Gross Weight is
379 Lbs Greater
Weighs 44 Lbs Less
When Installed
| Seaplane Float Comparison | |||
| Wipline 2100S | PK 2050S | ||
| Max Gross Weight | 2581 lbs | 2278 lbs | |
| Installed Weight | 184 lbs | 292 lbs | |
2100S Floats Hold More & Weigh Less
Max Gross Weight is
303 Lbs Greater
Weighs 91 Lbs Less
When Installed
More About Wipline 2100 Floats
- Amphibious or seaplane floats available
- High bow buoyancy and a higher deadrise angle on our forward bottoms for improved handling in wind and choppy water
- Best nose and main gear on the market, proven in the field and imitated by competitors
- Non-skid coated, flat top decks for safety
- Enhanced safety with Wipaire’s exclusive Laser Gear Advisory system and gear position indicator on the float deck of amphibious floats
- Two large float hatches for gear, measuring 20 3/8″ by 10 1/2″ with 50 pounds carrying capacity each
- Aluminum skins and parts are laser cut and rivet holes are pre-punched so that replacement parts fit perfectly
| Float Dimensions | |
| Length – Seaplane | 17’7″ (5.36 m) |
| Length – Amphibian | 17’11” (5.46 m) |
| Height – Hull | 1’11” (0.58 m) |
| Width – Hull | 2’5″ (0.74 m) |
| Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
| Displacement in Fresh Water | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,185 lbs (991 kg) |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,323 lbs (1,054 kg) |
| Maximum Flotation | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,428 lbs (1,101 kg)1 |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,581 lbs (1,171 kg)1 |
| 1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) | |
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Laser Gear Advisory – Exclusively From Wipaire
Wipaire’s exclusive, safety-enhancing Laser Gear Advisory is now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases,
and is available for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
The safety of Wipline floats has always been a top priority. Wipaire’s amphibious gear advisory system, well-known for its “Gear is up for water landing” and “Gear is down for runway landing” annunciations, has long been standard equipment on all amphibious Wipline floats. The laser gear advisory system, in contrast, remains quiet when the landing gear and detected surface are in agreement. The laser becomes active at approximately 400 feet above ground level and compares the gear position with the detected landing surface. In the event of a mismatch, the system reminds the pilot to “Check gear” around 50 feet above the surface, allowing the operator to initiate a go-around to address the gear position. In the event of a laser malfunction, the system controller will revert to the standard gear advisory voice annunciations.
| The Laser Gear Advisory is now included with all new amphibious float sales and is available for purchase separately. The laser system may be installed in the field or at Wipaire in South St. Paul, Minnesota. Contact your sales representative for installation details for your aircraft. If you have more questions or would like to purchase the new laser gear advisory system for an existing float installation please don’t hesitate to contact us! |
How the Laser Gear Advisory Works
Checking the Terrain
At about 400 feet above ground level while preparing for landing the Laser Gear Advisory detects if you are over a water or land surface. After detecting the surface a light illuminates on the gear advisory display indicating either land or water surface.
Confirming Gear Position
At about 50 feet above ground level and below a certain speed if your gear is in the correct position for the landing surface there will be no further alerts and the surface landing light will remain lit to help advise your landing.
Alert
If the gear position is incorrect for the landing surface (or an asymmetrical gear position is detected) then a alert will sound. An audio alert of “check gear” will be repeated indicating that a go-around should be initiated and the gear position checked and adjusted. This alert may also be triggered if a water surface is very shallow, has large or dense debris or is extremely choppy. These may all be good reasons to reconsider your landing location.
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Wipline Floats
Wipaire is proud to manufacture the industries leading floats. Wipline floats are available for a variety of aircraft in both seaplane and amphibious configurations.
- Amphibious or seaplane floats available
- Best nose and main gear on the market, proven in the field and imitated by competitors (amphibious models)
- Internal cables for water rudder controls (most model)
- Non-skid coated, flat top decks for safety
- Enhanced safety with Wipaire’s exclusive Laser Gear Advisory system and gear position indicator on the float deck of amphibious floats
- Float hatches for gear stowing (most models)
- Aluminum skins and parts are laser cut and rivet holes are pre-punched so that replacement parts fit perfectly
- Replaceable wear strips on mail keel for ease of maintenance
Select an Aircraft to SEe Compatible Floats
American Champion
Cub Crafters
Piper
Quest
Or Select a Float MOdel
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Wipline® 2100 Floats
The Wipline 2100 float is the best performing float on the market in this category. It has outstanding handling qualities and is capable of supporting aircraft with gross weights up to 2400 pounds.
Wipline 2100 Floats are available for installation on:
- CubCrafters 2300 lb Top Cub
- CubCrafters XCub
- CubCrafters Carbon Cub FX, EX
- Javron Cub
- Legend Cub
Features & Benefits
- Amphibious or seaplane floats available
- High bow buoyancy and a higher deadrise angle on our forward bottoms for improved handling in wind and choppy water
- Best nose and main gear on the market, proven in the field and imitated by competitors
- Non-skid coated, flat top decks for safety
- Enhanced safety with Wipaire’s exclusive Laser Gear Advisory system and gear position indicator on the float deck of amphibious floats
- Two large float hatches for gear, measuring 20 3/8″ by 10 1/2″ with 50 pounds carrying capacity each
- Aluminum skins and parts are laser cut and rivet holes are pre-punched so that replacement parts fit perfectly
Wipline 2100 Floats on a CubCrafters XCub
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Specifications for Wipline 2100 Floats
| Float Dimensions | |
| Length – Seaplane | 17’7″ (5.36 m) |
| Length – Amphibian | 17’11” (5.46 m) |
| Height – Hull | 1’11” (0.58 m) |
| Width – Hull | 2’5″ (0.74 m) |
| Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
| Displacement in Fresh Water | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,185 lbs (991 kg) |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,323 lbs (1,054 kg) |
| Maximum Flotation | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,428 lbs (1,101 kg)1 |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,581 lbs (1,171 kg)1 |
| 1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) | |
| Weight for 2100 Floats on PA-12 | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 427 lbs (194 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 329 lbs (149 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 258 lbs (117 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 160 lbs (72 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 1,935 lbs (878 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| Weight for 2100 Floats on PA-18 Super Cub | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 427 lbs (194 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 329 lbs (149 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 280 lbs (127 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 182 lbs (82 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 1,776 lbs (806 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| PA-18 Super Cub Performance on Amphibious Floats | |
| Engine | Lycoming O-320 (160 hp) |
| Take off run (land) | 588 ft (179 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,176 ft (358 m) |
| Take off run (water) | 776 ft (237 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 1,294 ft (394 m) |
| Rate of climb (per/min) | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Weight for PA-18 Super Cub with 2,000 lb gross weight kit | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 429 lbs (195 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 331 lbs (150 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 282 lbs (128 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 184 lbs (83 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| PA-18 Super Cub at gross weight of 2,000 lbs Performance on Amphibious Floats |
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| Engine | Lycoming O-320 (160 hp) |
| Take off run (land) | 744 ft (227 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,488 ft (454 m) |
| Take off run (water) | 1,174 ft (358 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 1,294 ft (394 m) |
| Rate of climb (per/min) | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Weight | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 429 lbs (195 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 331 lbs (151 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 282 lbs (128 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 184 lbs (84 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 2,300 lbs (1,044 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| Performance on Amphibious Floats | |
| Engine | Lycoming O-360 (180 hp) |
| Take off run (land) | 520 ft (159 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,800 ft (549 m) |
| Take off run (water) | 1,100 ft (336 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 2,220 ft (677 m) |
| Rate of climb (per/min) | 660 ft (202 m) |
| Weight | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 432 lbs (196 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 349 lbs (158 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 285 lbs (129 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 202 lbs (92 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 2,250 lbs (1,020 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| Performance on Amphibious Floats | |
| Engine | Lycoming O-360 (180 hp) |
| Take off run (land) | 720 ft (219 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (land) | 1,429 ft (439 m) |
| Take off run (water) | 913 ft (278 m) |
| Take off over 50 ft obstacle (water) | 1,521 ft (464 m) |
| Rate of climb (per/min) | 953 ft (290 m) |
| Weight | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 438 lbs (199 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 292 lbs (178 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 293 lbs (133 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 142 lbs (110 kg)2 |
| Aircraft Gross Weight | 2,150 lbs (975 kg) |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| Weight | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 433 lbs (197 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 296 lbs (134 kg)2 |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 289 lbs (131 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 152 lbs (69 kg)2 |
| 2) Exchange weight is equal to the float installation weight minus aircraft landing gear weight. | |
| Skyhawk Model | Gross Weight | Engine | Propeller |
| 172, 172A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L | 2,220 lbs (1,007 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| 172A, B, C | 2,350 lbs (1,066 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| 172I, K, L, M, N | 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg) | 172 I, K, L To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
| 172P | 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg) | 172 I, K, L To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
| F172D, E, F, G, H | 2,200 lbs (998 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| F172K, L | 2,220 lbs (1,007 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| F172M, N | 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| F172P | 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| 175 | 2,350 lbs (1,066 kg) | Stock | Stock |
| 175 | 2,350 lbs (1,066 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| *** Propeller: McCauley 1A200/DFA 8243 FP, McCauley 1A200/WFA 8243 FP, Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BF/F8477-4 Constant Speed, Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF/F8477-4 Constant Speed | |||
Wipline 2100 Floats Gallery
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- Piper Cub on Wipline 2100 Floats in Flight
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- CubCrafters Top Cub on Wipline 2100 Floats
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- Super Cub on Wipline 2100 Floats
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- Aviat Husky A1C on Wipline 2100 Floats in Flight
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- American Champion Scout on Wipline 2100 Floats
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- American Champion Scout on Wipline 2100 Floats
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- Cessna 170 on Wipline 2100 Floats
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Wipline® 2350 Floats
The Wipline 2350 float is the perfect addition to your light aircraft. With outstanding performance and handling parameters, you are sure to find an all new sense of adventure! Each float has large storage hatches that measure 20-3/8” by 10-1/2” that reveal six cubic feet of storage capacity. Wipline’s main gear utilizes a ‘rubber doughnut’ shock strut, which means that there is no air or oil to worry about. Wipline’s nose gear is so well proven that it has now become the industry standard. Whether you want the versatility of the amphibian or the simplicity of the straight float, you’ll find the Wipline 2350 to be the best in the industry.
Wipline 2350 Floats are available for installation on:
Features & Benefits
- Amphibious or seaplane floats available
- High bow buoyancy and a higher deadrise angle on our forward bottoms for improved handling in wind and choppy water
- Best nose and main gear on the market, proven in the field and imitated by competitors
- Non-skid coated, flat top decks for safety
- Enhanced safety with Wipaire’s exclusive Laser Gear Advisory system and gear position indicator on the float deck of amphibious floats
- Two large float hatches for gear, measuring 20 3/8″ by 10 1/2″ with 50 pounds carrying capacity each
- Aluminum skins and parts are laser cut and rivet holes are pre-punched so that replacement parts fit perfectly
Wipline 2350 Floats on a Cessna 172
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Now included at no additional cost on new Wipline float purchases, and avilable for retrofit on Wipline-equipped aircraft.
fEATURING wIPAIRE'S eXCLUSIVE
Laser Gear Advisory
Specifications for Wipline 2350 Floats
| Float Dimensions | |
| Length – Seaplane | 19’7″ (5.97 m) |
| Length – Amphibian | 19’11” (6.07 m) |
| Height – Hull | 1’11” (0.58 m) |
| Width – Hull | 2’5″ (0.74 m) |
| Float Locker Capacity (each) | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
| Displacement in Fresh Water | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,432 lbs (1,103 kg) |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,570 lbs (1,166 kg) |
| Maximum Flotation | |
| Amphibious Floats | 2,702 lbs (1,226 kg)1 |
| Seaplane Floats | 2,855 lbs (1,295 kg)1 |
| 1) Per FAR 23.751with 80% reserve buoyancy (2 floats) | |
Specifications for the Cessna 172 on 2350 Floats
| Weight | |
| Amphibian System Total Weight | 468 lbs (212 kg) |
| Amphibian Exchange Weight | 331 lbs (150 kg) |
| Seaplane System Total Weight | 305 lbs (138 kg) |
| Seaplane Exchange Weight | 168 lbs (76 kg) |
| Skyhawk Model | Gross Weight | Engine | Propeller |
| 172A, B, C | 2,450 lbs (1,111 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| 172D, E, F, G, H, I, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| 172I, K, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
| 172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| 172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | To have Penn Yan Aero STC SA332GL | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
| 172Q | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1A200/DFA8243 FP |
| 172R, S | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1A200/WFA8243 FP |
| F172D, E, F, G, H, K, L | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| F172M, N, P | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| FR172E, F, G, H, J, K | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 2A34C203/90DCA-10 |
| P172D | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1D200/OM9044 |
| P172D | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | Lycoming O-360 (180 BHP) / Lycoming IO-360 (180 BHP) | *** |
| R172K | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) | Stock | McCauley 2A34C203/90DCA-10 |
| 175A, B, C | 2,450 lbs (1,111 kg) | Stock | McCauley 1D200/OM9044 |
| *** Propeller: McCauley 1A200/DFA 8243 FP, McCauley 1A200/WFA 8243 FP, Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BF/F8477-4 Constant Speed, Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF/ F8477-4 Constant Speed | |||
