1945 Beechcraft Model 18
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics/Radios: GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GNS 530 #1 GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GNS-430 #2 GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GARMIN Aera 540 portable GPS Century HSI GARMIN GI-106A VOR/ILS/GPS Indicator GARMIN GA-56 GPS Antenna (2) Audio Panel/Receiver PS Engineering PMA8000BT Audio Panel/Marker Beacon/Intercom Century 2000 Auto Pilot Control System GARMIN GTX 330 ADBS Transpon
Description
N7185 N7185 Equipment List Year 1952 Manufacturer Beech Model 3NM Price $295,000 Location Tupelo, Mississippi Condition USED Serial Number CA-104 Registration Number N7185 Total Time 7145.3 Overhaul Right Engine SMOH: 806.9; Left Engine SMOH: 806.9 Flight Rules IFR Number Of Seats 6 Place Executive Interior Detailed Description Airframe: 7145.3 Hours Total Time. Currently Southeast US Based. Engine Specs: Right Engine: Pratt Whitney; Model #R-985-14B; Serial #9365 806.9 SMOH By Covington Left Engine: Pratt Whitney; Model #R-985-14B; Serial #P226427 806.9 SMOH By Covington Prop(s): Right Prop: Hamilton Standard Model #22D30-313 Serial #N-184396 SPOH 317.3 AD 81-13-06 complied 7/22 Next due 8/27 Left Prop: Hamilton Standard Model #22D30-313 Serial #160248 SPOH 317.3 AD 81-13-06 complied 7/22 Next due 8/27 N7185 Avionics/Radios: GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GNS 530 #1 GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GNS-430 #2 GARMIN COMM/NAV/GS/GPS GARMIN Aera 540 portable GPS Century HSI GARMIN GI-106A VOR/ILS/GPS Indicator GARMIN GA-56 GPS Antenna (2) Audio Panel/Receiver PS Engineering PMA8000BT Audio Panel/Marker Beacon/Intercom Century 2000 Auto Pilot Control System GARMIN GTX 330 ADBS Transponder. Shadin fuel flow and totalizer Additional Equipment Information: Wing Strobes Avionics Master External Power Receptacle Exterior: Special paint design honoring all those who served at El Toro in the following colors: Overall: Desoto White F17865 Charcoal A07981 Twilight Blue A08032 Silver Metallic R06075 Always Hangared Rated 8/10 Interior: Creme leather on Three Chairs and three place couch. With Matching Side Panels and Carpets Very Clean Condition. Rated 8/10 Outside; 6/10 Inside Additional Information: N7185 Weight and Balance CG 105 Empty Weight 5903 pounds Annual Inspection Last Performed October 1, 2025 Compressions at the Last Inspection Right Engine: Cyl 1 = 76/80. Cyl 2 = 76/80. Cyl 3 = 80/80. Cyl 4= 64/80. Cyl 5 = 80/80. Cyl 6 = 80/80. Cyl 7 = 80/80. Cyl 8 = 72/80. Cyl 9 = 80/80. Pitot/Static/Altimeter Certification Preformed: June 4, 2024 Next Due: July 2026 Left Engine: Cyl 1 = 75/80. Cyl 2 = 80/80. Cyl 3 = 77/80. Cyl 4= 76/80. Cyl 5 = 77/80. Cyl 6 = 80/80. Cyl 7 = 75/80. Cyl 8 = 76/80. Cyl 9 = 78/80. Pitot/Static/Altimeter Certification Preformed: June 4, 2024 Next Due: July 2026 Modifications/Conversions: 80 Gallon Nose Tank 200 gallon standard beech fuel system 76 gallon(2) front tank and 25(2) gallon rear tanks. 280 Gallon total fuel capacity Wing spar AD complied in 2017 at AFTT 6339 due again at AFTT 7899
Engine
Pratt and Whitney R985 450 HP Overhaul by Covinginton Engine Specs: Right Engine: Pratt Whitney; Model #R-985-14B; Serial #9365 806.9 SMOH By Covington Left Engine: Pratt Whitney; Model #R-985-14B; Serial #P226427 806.9 SMOH By Covington Compressions at the Last Inspection Right Engine: Cyl 1 = 76/80. Cyl 2 = 76/80. Cyl 3 = 80/80. Cyl 4= 64/80. Cyl 5 = 80/80. Cyl 6 = 80/80. Cyl 7 = 80/80. Cyl 8 = 72/80. Cyl 9 = 80/80. Pitot/Static/Altimeter Certification Preformed: June 4, 2024 Next Due: July 2026 Left Engine: Cyl 1 = 75/80. Cyl 2 = 80/80. Cyl 3 = 77/80. Cyl 4= 76/80. Cyl 5 = 77/80. Cyl 6 = 80/80. Cyl 7 = 75/80. Cyl 8 = 76/80. Cyl 9 = 78/80
Interior
US Marine Paint scheme Orange white and Black
Exterior
Special paint design honoring all those who served at El Toro in the following colors: Overall: Desoto White F17865 Charcoal A07981 Twilight Blue A08032 Silver Metallic R06075 Always Hangared Rated 8/10 Interior: Creme leather on Three Chairs and three place couch
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aubie Pearman
trade-a-plane.com
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$259,000
$289,000
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Tupelo, Mississippi | Mar 20, 2026 | 146 days | Active |
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About This Beechcraft Model 18
This 1945 Beechcraft Model 18 (N7185) is a 9-seat multi engine piston with 7,145 hours on the airframe. There are currently 11 Model 18 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $60,000 to $490,659. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $259,000.
The Model 18 cruises at 180 kts (333 km/h) with a range of 800 nm (1,482 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 55 GPH (208 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $341/hr in fuel alone. With 7,145 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N7185.
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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