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Cessna 1975 172 Skyhawk
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| Engine make/model: | Lyc. 0-320 | |
| Horsepower: | 150 | |
| TBO hrs.: | 2000 | |
| Propeller: | Const. spd. | |
| Landing gear type: | Tri/Fixed | |
| Gross weight (lbs.): | 2300 | |
| Empty weight, std. (lbs.): | 1370 | |
| Useful load, std. (lbs.): | 930 | |
| Fuel (gals.): | 38 | |
| Wingspan: | 35 ft. 10 in. | |
| Overall length: | 26 ft. 11 in. | |
| Height: | 8 ft. 10 in. | |
| Wing area (sq. ft.): | 174 | |
| Seating capacity: | 4 | |
| Cabin width (in.): | 39.5 | |
| Cabin height (in.): | 48 | |
| Baggage capacity (lbs.): | 120 | |
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PERFORMANCE
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| Cruise speed (kts.): | ||
| 75% power: | 120 | |
| 65% power: | 115 | |
| Max range (w/ reserve) (nm): | ||
| 75% power: | 600 | |
| 65% power: | 640 | |
| Fuel consumption (gph): | ||
| 75% power: | 8.0 | |
| 65% power: | 6.8 | |
| Estimated endurance (65% power with 1-hr. reserve): | 6 hrs. | |
| Stall speed (gear, flaps down) (knots): | 43 | |
| Best rate of climb (fpm): | 645 | |
| Service ceiling (ft.): | 13,100 | |
| Takeoff ground roll (ft.): | 865 | |
| Landing ground roll (ft.): | 520 | |
Cessna 1975 172 Skyhawk
Key Takeaways:
- The 1975 Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a 4-seat aircraft powered by a 150 HP Lycoming O-320 engine, highlighted as a good value on the used market.
- It features a useful load of 930 lbs with a 38-gallon fuel capacity, allowing for a maximum range of 640 nautical miles at 65% power.
- Key performance includes a cruise speed of 120 knots (at 75% power), a service ceiling of 13,100 feet, and a stall speed of 43 knots (gear, flaps down).
- The aircraft boasts efficient operation with a best rate of climb at 645 fpm and relatively short takeoff (865 ft) and landing (520 ft) ground rolls.
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