Bucker Jungmann BU 131 (JUNGMANN) vs Stampe SV-4
The Bücker Bü 131 Jungmann and Stampe SV.4 are the two great European tandem aerobatic biplane trainers — both beautifully-handling 1930s designs beloved by classic-aerobatic pilots.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Bucker Jungmann BU 131 (JUNGMANN) | Stampe SV-4 |
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| All events | — | 1 |
| Serious | — | 0 |
| Fatal | — | 0 |
| Fatalities | — | 0 |
| % Fatal | — | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Bucker Jungmann BU 131 (JUNGMANN) | Stampe SV-4 |
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| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 95 kts (176 km/h) | 76 kts (141 km/h) |
| Range | 320 nm (593 km) | 230 nm (426 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 1,698 lbs (770 kg) |
| Useful Load | 450 lbs (204 kg) | 500 lbs (227 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 6.0 GPH (23 L/h) | 7.0 GPH (26 L/h) |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Bucker Jungmann BU 131 (JUNGMANN) or Stampe SV-4?
Bottom line: Choose the Jungmann for crisp, precise aerobatic handling and German pedigree (originals, CASA/Tatra licence-built and replicas); choose the Stampe SV.4 for its lighter, elegant French/Belgian character and large surviving fleet. Both are wood-and-fabric classics — pick by handling feel and provenance. Jungmann = precise/aerobatic; Stampe = light/elegant.
Pick the BU 131 (JUNGMANN) if…
- Faster cruise — 95 kts vs 76 kts.
- Longer range — 320 nm vs 230 nm.
Pick the SV-4 if…
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