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| STANDARD DATA: (Model 172S) Seats 4. Gross wt. 2,550. Empty wt. 1,626. Fuel capacity 56 gallons. Engine 180-hp Textron Lycoming IO-360-L2A. PERFORMANCE: Max Cruise 126 kts. Cruise 124 kts. Stall 48-53 kts. Rate of climb, sea level 730 fpm. Service ceiling 14,000. Takeoff distance (50′) 1,630. Landing distance (50′) 1,335. |
This popular version of Skyhawk comes with same engine as the classic 172, but is rated for an additional 300 rpm and develops a corresponding 20 more hp. Consequently the SP produces a touch better rate-of climb, a shade higher cruise speed, and 500′ more service ceiling. That edge in performance has made the Skyhawk SP a big seller over its more conventional Skyhawk.
