Mooney M20U Acclaim

Key Specifications

Overview

The Mooney M20U Acclaim represents the pinnacle of the legendary Mooney M20 series, offering high-performance personal and business travel capabilities. First introduced in 2003, the Acclaim combines proven airframe design with modern avionics and a turbocharged Lycoming engine, delivering exceptional speed and altitude performance. The aircraft features retractable landing gear, a sleek all-composite windscreen, and an aerodynamic design that achieves speeds competitive with many light twins. The Acclaim is popular among experienced pilots and small business operators seeking single-engine reliability with twin-engine performance characteristics. Its pressurized cabin option (M20U Ultra) provides high-altitude capability reaching FL250, making it suitable for mountain operations and transcontinental flights. Known for fuel efficiency and reasonable acquisition costs compared to competitors, the Acclaim appeals to owner-operators valuing economy with performance. The aircraft's spacious cabin, excellent visibility, and responsive handling characteristics have made it a favorite in the high-performance single-engine market. Mooney's reputation for quality construction and the Acclaim's proven track record in both personal and professional service environments underscore its standing as a serious traveling machine.

Technical Specifications

Maximum Speed: 188 knots (216 mph)
Cruise Speed: 165 knots at 75% power
Maximum Range: 1,000 nautical miles
Service Ceiling: 25,000 feet (20,000 feet naturally aspirated)
Engine: Lycoming TIO-540-AF1A turbocharged, 270 horsepower
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 3,368 pounds
Fuel Capacity: 72 gallons
Propeller: McCauley constant-speed propellant