Simonini Mini 2 Plus – Lightweight Ultralight Aircraft Engine (Air‑Cooled, 28 HP)

Sale Price: $2,999.99 Original Price: $3,499.99

The Simonini Mini 2 Plus is a refined, air-cooled, single-cylinder two-stroke engine that offers a potent balance of power, reliability, and compactness. Known for its widespread use—over 10,000 units sold—it’s a trusted workhorse for paramotors, ultralight trikes, and single-seat aircraft.

Key Features

  • Air-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder design

  • Electronic ignition system for consistent performance

  • Poly‑V belt reduction drive, with selectable ratios (2.26:1 to 3.10:1)

  • Lightweight, compact, and highly adaptable for various airframes

  • Comes complete with carburetor, exhaust, airbox, reduction drive, and electric starter

  • Proven worldwide reliability and widespread adoption across numerous ultralight platforms

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The Simonini Mini 2 Plus is a refined, air-cooled, single-cylinder two-stroke engine that offers a potent balance of power, reliability, and compactness. Known for its widespread use—over 10,000 units sold—it’s a trusted workhorse for paramotors, ultralight trikes, and single-seat aircraft.

Key Features

  • Air-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder design

  • Electronic ignition system for consistent performance

  • Poly‑V belt reduction drive, with selectable ratios (2.26:1 to 3.10:1)

  • Lightweight, compact, and highly adaptable for various airframes

  • Comes complete with carburetor, exhaust, airbox, reduction drive, and electric starter

  • Proven worldwide reliability and widespread adoption across numerous ultralight platforms

Horsepower28 HP @ 7,200 RPM
Displacement202 cc (≈ 12.3 cu in)
Bore × Stroke2.61" × 2.28" (66.4 mm × 58 mm)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Ready-to-Fly Weight≈ 30.9 lb (14 kg), plus exhaust ~5.3 lb (2.4 kg)
Fuel Consumption~0.58 gal/hr (2.2 L/hr) @ 5,000 RPM
Static Thrust≈ 176 lb (80 kg)
Reduction Ratios2.26:1, 2.30:1, 2.34:1, 2.42:1, 3.10:1
CoolingAir-cooled
StarterElectric
Fuel TypeUnleaded petrol with 2.5–3% synthetic 2‑stroke oil

Why the Mini 2 Plus Stands Out

  • Exceptional power-to-weight ratio: 28 HP with just ~31 lb base weight

  • Efficient fuel performance: Excellent economy during sustained throttle operation

  • Versatile installation: Multiple reduction ratios for optimizing propeller match

  • Proven durability: Over 10,000 units in service worldwide

  • Compact form factor: Ideal for tight paramotor frames or minimalist trike designs

What's Included

  • Mini 2 Plus engine assembly

  • Electric starter

  • Reduction drive and airbox

  • Exhaust system

  • Carburetor (standard Walbro)

  • Mounting hardware and silent blocks

  • Ready-to-install configuration

Recommended Applications

  • Foot-launch and trike paramotors

  • Ultralight fixed-wing aircraft and trikes

  • Homebuilt single-seat ultralights

  • Training school fleet use