Jabiru J230 vs Tecnam P2008
The Jabiru J230 and Tecnam P2008 are composite/metal high-wing LSAs — the Jabiru roomy with its own Jabiru engine, the P2008 a quality Rotax-powered trainer-tourer.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 3
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 2009–2019
No active listings right now.
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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) | Jabiru J230 | Tecnam P2008 |
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| All events | 3 | 7 |
| Serious | 0 | 1 |
| Fatal | 0 | 2 |
| Fatalities | 0 | 2 |
| % Fatal | 0% | 29% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Jabiru J230 | Tecnam P2008 |
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| Price Range | $65,625 – $121,875 | — |
| Category | Light Sport | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Cruise Speed | — | 116 kts (215 km/h) |
| Range | — | 690 nm (1,278 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 1,323 lbs (600 kg) |
Which Should You Buy: Jabiru J230 or Tecnam P2008?
Bottom line: Choose the Tecnam P2008 for Rotax familiarity and support; choose the Jabiru J230 for a roomy cabin and good range (verify the Jabiru engine's build/maintenance standard). P2008 = Rotax/support; J230 = cabin/range.
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