Guardian® Extended Range Fuel System

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Fixed-Wing Aircraft Fuel Systems

Guardian® Extended Range Fuel System — Internal Fuel Systems

Details

The Guardian 400 Extended Range Fuel System is a fixed-wing auxiliary fuel solution for the Basler BT-67 and potential CASA/IPTN CN-235 and CN-295 installations. Up to two internal tanks may be fitted, with crashworthy and self-sealing construction specified to MIL-DTL-27422. Each tank is designed for installation or removal in approximately 15 minutes and integrates cockpit fuel-quantity indication. Robertson also identifies an optional Rapid Ground Refuelling kit that allows the aircraft to support forward-area fuel delivery roles. Published figures list 375 gallons of average usable fuel and approximately 500 pounds per tank with restraint; aircraft integration must follow the applicable approved configuration.

Key capabilities

  • Up to two crashworthy and self-sealing internal tanks
  • Approximately 15-minute installation or removal per tank
  • Cockpit fuel-quantity indication
  • Optional Rapid Ground Refuelling kit for tanker support
  • Designed for BT-67 with potential CN-235 and CN-295 installations

Typical applications

Fixed-wing range extension and optional forward-area refuelling support for compatible transport aircraft.

Verified specifications

  • Average usable fuel: 375 gal
  • Dimensions: 48 × 48 × 56 in
  • Weight with restraint: Approximately 500 lb

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