 |
||
|
Cessna 1975 172 Skyhawk
|
||
| 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 | |
|
PERFORMANCE
|
||
| 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 article provides detailed specifications for the 1975 Cessna 172 Skyhawk, a four-seat aircraft.
- Key specifications include a 150 hp Lycoming O-320 engine, a gross weight of 2300 lbs, and a useful load of 930 lbs.
- Performance highlights include a cruise speed of 120 knots (75% power), a max range of 640 nautical miles (65% power), and a best rate of climb of 645 fpm.
- The Cessna 172 is presented as a strong value proposition, considered one of the best deals on the used aircraft market.
See a mistake? Contact us.
