1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion – Serial #124
This 1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion is a rare opportunity to own an early Mini-Max aircraft with classic Hi-Max-style character, low reported time, and simple single-seat ultralight flying appeal.
Built before the later Hi-Max 1700R became its own model designation, this aircraft represents an early high-wing Hi-Max-style configuration from the Mini-Max family. It is a clean, well-kept example that has been stored indoors and shows the kind of craftsmanship and care that make these wood-and-fabric aircraft so special.
The aircraft is equipped with an installed Rotax 277 engine and is listed with only 3.3 reported total hours on the engine and airframe. With an estimated empty weight of approximately 250 lb, this aircraft appears to be a strong Part 103 ultralight candidate, subject to buyer verification of actual weight, configuration, fuel capacity, performance, equipment, and applicable regulations.
Aircraft Highlights
- 1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion
- Serial Number 124
- Early Hi-Max-style configuration
- Classic Mini-Max wood-and-fabric aircraft
- Installed Rotax 277 engine
- Reported 3.3 total hours on engine and airframe
- Estimated empty weight of approximately 250 lb
- Stored indoors
- Listed as ready to fly or take home, subject to buyer inspection
- Located in Niles, Michigan
- Great candidate for vintage ultralight enthusiasts and Mini-Max fans
Why This Aircraft Stands Out
This is not just another used ultralight. Serial #124 is an early Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion with a unique place in the Mini-Max family. It carries the simple, lightweight, efficient spirit that made Mini-Max aircraft popular with hands-on recreational pilots and wood-and-fabric aircraft enthusiasts.
The combination of a low-time airframe, installed Rotax 277 engine, indoor storage history, and early Hi-Max-style configuration makes this a standout aircraft for someone who wants a simple, affordable, single-seat flying machine without taking on a full kit build.
For the right buyer, this aircraft offers a faster path to the runway than starting from raw materials or a partially completed project.
Reported Specifications
| Detail |
Information |
| Model |
1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion |
| Serial Number |
124 |
| Configuration |
Early Hi-Max-style Mini-Max conversion |
| Engine |
Rotax 277 |
| Reported Time |
3.3 hours on engine and airframe |
| Estimated Empty Weight |
Approximately 250 lb |
| Category |
Part 103 ultralight candidate, buyer verification required |
| Condition |
Used aircraft, indoor stored |
| Status |
Listed as ready to fly or take home, subject to inspection |
| Location |
Niles, Michigan |
Pricing and Deposit
Asking Price: $14,999.99
Hold Deposit: $500
Deposit Term: Holds the aircraft for 72 hours while final purchase terms are confirmed.
The $500 Shopify checkout option is a hold deposit only. It does not complete the aircraft sale by itself. Final purchase requires a written Mini-Max USA purchase agreement and Addendum A confirming the final price, included items, excluded items, pickup or delivery terms, payment terms, and any special stipulations.
Included as Currently Described
The final written agreement should control the exact included items, but this listing is intended to describe the aircraft as follows:
- 1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion airframe
- Serial Number 124
- Installed Rotax 277 engine
- Existing aircraft equipment, components, and accessories as shown and specifically listed in the final agreement
- Available listing photos for buyer review
- Any logs, records, plans, or documentation only if specifically listed in the final agreement
Not Included Unless Specifically Listed
Unless specifically included in the final signed agreement, the sale does not include transport, delivery, disassembly, reassembly, inspection services, maintenance, annual/condition inspection services, pilot training, test flying, registration or certification services if applicable, taxes, title or registration fees, spare parts, tools, additional engines, additional propellers, additional instruments, additional avionics, storage, or any item not specifically listed as included.
Pickup and Delivery
This aircraft is located in Niles, Michigan. Pickup, transport, delivery, disassembly, storage, and timing must be confirmed in writing before closing. Buyer is responsible for arranging and paying for transport unless otherwise stated in the final signed purchase agreement.
Part 103 and Buyer Verification Notice
This aircraft is represented as having an estimated empty weight of approximately 250 lb and may be a Part 103 ultralight candidate. However, it has not been officially weighed as part of this listing, and no listing statement should be treated as an FAA determination, airworthiness approval, inspection signoff, legal opinion, or guarantee of Part 103 eligibility.
Buyer is responsible for independently verifying actual empty weight, fuel capacity, speed, stall speed, equipment, configuration, documentation, operating category, legal compliance, and suitability for intended use before operation.
Used Aircraft Notice
This is a used aircraft. Buyer is responsible for inspecting and verifying condition, completeness, workmanship, structural integrity, engine condition, controls, rigging, fuel system, propeller, hardware, covering, finish, weight and balance, documentation, regulatory path, and overall suitability before purchase or flight.
All Mini-Max USA support, comments, recommendations, or observations are advisory only unless specifically written into the final signed agreement.
Important Purchase Terms
This aircraft is sold as is, where is, with all faults unless otherwise stated in a signed written agreement. The final signed Mini-Max USA purchase agreement and Addendum A will control the transaction.
Website listings, photos, videos, emails, verbal descriptions, estimated weights, readiness statements, and informal comments are for general description only and should not be treated as warranties or binding representations unless specifically written into the final signed agreement.
Rare early Mini-Max aircraft like this do not come up often. Place the $500 72-hour hold deposit to reserve this 1987 Mini-Max 1100R Hi-Max Conversion while final terms are confirmed, or contact Mini-Max USA to discuss photos, inspection, pickup, payment, and next steps.