Mini-Max USA Aircraft Kits

1750V V-Hi-Max

A high-wing VW-powered V-Hi-Max aircraft kit for builders who want four-stroke reliability, Hi-Max visibility, enclosed-cabin comfort, and practical wood-and-fabric construction.

Four ways to start your 1750V

Start with plans, build in stages, buy the complete kit, or pay for the complete kit with layaway.

  • Buy Plans

    Start with the plans

    $299.99

    Model-specific plans, shipped to you. Shipping is added at checkout.

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  • Build in Stages

    Mini-Kits, one section at a time

    Mini-Kits from $819.99

    Wing, fuselage, tail, landing gear and hardware as separate kits. Each is paid in full when you order it and may not include every item needed to complete the aircraft.

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  • Buy a Complete Kit

    The whole airframe, one order

    Complete kit from $14,099.99

    Base, prefab wing ribs, or prefab ribs and metal parts. Crating and shipping are added at checkout.

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  • Aircraft Kit Layaway

    Pay for a complete kit over time

    Payments from  /month

    monthly payments after due at signing (down payment plus crating).

    Spread a complete kit over 12 to 36 months. Contact us for current layaway pricing on the 1750V.

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Layaway is not financing and not a loan. Kit sections are released in stages as your cleared payments reach each release threshold, and the complete kit ships only after your final payment. Shipping, taxes and options are extra. Read the layaway terms.

Buy the plans first? Buy the same model's full kit, or pay its layaway down payment, within 60 days and we credit the price you paid for the plans. Request the credit before you pay for the kit.

Layaway for the 1750V

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Layaway is not a loan or financing. Prefab / Quick-Build is the level with prefab wing ribs and prefab metal parts; the prefab-ribs-only level is not offered on layaway. Add-on options, shipping, freight and taxes are extra, and final figures are confirmed on your invoice and contract.

Layaway lets you pay for a complete kit over 12 to 36 months while sections are released in stages. It is not financing. Contact us for current layaway pricing on this model.

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High-wing Hi-Max visibility with VW four-stroke power

The 1750V V-Hi-Max is the VW-powered Hi-Max path for builders who want high-wing visibility, enclosed-cabin comfort, and four-stroke reliability. Current Mini-Max data lists a 26' 6" wingspan, 118 SQ. FT. wing area, 24" cockpit width, 700 LBS max gross weight, 80 MPH top speed, 75 MPH cruise, and 900 FPM climb rate.

What the 1750V is

The 1750V V-Hi-Max is the high-wing VW-powered Hi-Max path. It keeps the familiar Mini-Max wood-and-fabric construction approach while adding enclosed-cabin comfort, excellent downward visibility, and a four-stroke VW engine direction.

This page is for builders who want the V-Max style four-stroke mission in a Hi-Max layout. The 1750V combines a 26' 6" wingspan, 118 SQ. FT. wing area, 700 LBS max gross weight, and practical staged kit options.

VW-powered high-wing mission

The 1750V pairs Hi-Max visibility and enclosed-cabin comfort with a 50 hp VW reference engine.

Long-wing 700 LBS platform

Current Mini-Max data lists 26' 6" wingspan, 118 SQ. FT. wing area, 400 LBS empty weight, and 700 LBS max gross weight.

Plans, Mini-Kits, and full kit path

Start with plans, build in stages, or choose a full aircraft kit path for the 1750V V-Hi-Max.

1750V V-Hi-Max specs

Current specifications, weights, performance, build time, and pricing for the 1750V V-Hi-Max.

1750VV-Hi-Max
Aircraft Specifications
Wing LayoutHigh-wing
CockpitEnclosed
Wingspan26' 6"
Wing Area118 SQ. FT.
Height66"
Length16'
Cockpit Width24"
Weights
Empty Weight400 LBS
Useful Load300 LBS
Max Gross Weight700 LBS
Wing Loading @ Gross5.93 LBS/SQ. FT.
Power Loading @ Gross14.0 LBS/HP
Powerplant
Reference Horsepower50 HP
Engine OptionsVW 50HP
Fuel Capacity6.5G Standard 13G Optional
Performance
Top Speed80 MPH
Cruise Speed75 MPH
Stall Speed (Clean)39 MPH
Stall Speed (Flaps)34 MPH
Climb Rate900 FPM
VNE110 MPH
Takeoff (Grass)150 FT
Landing Roll (Grass)250 FT
Build Information
Base Kit Build Time325-400 Hours
Prefab Kit Build Time250-300 Hours

Figures reflect the 50 hp VW reference configuration and track closely to the 1550V pending model-specific validation.

Specifications, pricing, availability, build times, and performance may vary and are subject to change.

What comes in a full 1750V kit

A full 1750V kit is the most complete airframe-focused build path. It is designed for builders who want the major V-Hi-Max kit sections organized around one selected aircraft model instead of purchasing each section one at a time.

Wing rib kit

Materials and components for building the 1750V wing ribs.

Wing assembly kit

Spars, fittings, hardware, and key wing structure components.

Fuselage kit

Structural wood, adhesives, fasteners, and fuselage build materials.

Landing gear kit

Landing gear components, brackets, and related hardware for the 1750V.

Empennage kit

Materials for the stabilizer, elevator, rudder, fin, and tail group.

Metal & hardware kit

Control-system parts, fittings, brackets, fasteners, and related hardware.

Plans package

Drawings and build documentation for the 1750V V-Hi-Max project.

Model-specific kit path

A coordinated kit package built around the 1750V V-Hi-Max.

Included at every kit level: a covering kit, a separate ½-gallon T-88 epoxy kit, the Metal & Hardware Kit, and the aircraft plans. Engine, propeller, instruments, avionics, paint, tools, and final finishing items may be separate unless specifically listed on the current product page. Always review the current product listing before ordering.

1750V feature availability

Feature availability can vary by kit path. Review the current product page before ordering.

Feature 1750V
FlaperonsOptional
Wheel PantsOptional
Wing TipsSTANDARD
Steel GearOptional
Band BrakesOptional
Black-Max BrakesOptional
Airframe ParachuteOptional
AutoPilotOptional
Seaplane FloatsOptional

Specifications, pricing, availability, build times, and performance may vary and are subject to change. Source: Mini-Max USA aircraft data (2026).

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