1947 Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
VFRDescription
Elevate your flying experience with a piece of aviation history restored for the 2026 pilot. Stunning new paint and interior - a definite eye-catcher on the ramp! Renowned for its short takeoff and landing capabilities, the PA-12 is a premier choice for backcountry explorers and grass-strip enthusiasts. TT 4024, IRAN 10, Toe Brakes, PA-18 Flaps, Scott 3200 Tail Wheel, PA-18 Main Gear with Cables, Cleveland 6" Wheels Brakes, Extended Baggage Compartment, Fresh Annual, Hangared
Engine
Engine Type: Lycoming 0-320-E2D o 150hp • SMOH: 1020 • IRAN: 10 • Date IRAN: 2/5/2026 • Prop: Sensenich 74DM-50
Interior
Two Tone Gray (9.5/10)
Exterior
White with Red Black Accents (9.5/10)
Inspection
Fresh Annual
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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On Centerline Aviation - Jan Moon
trade-a-plane.com
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$110,775
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Independence, OR | Mar 20, 2026 | 120 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser
This 1947 Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser (N3780M) is a 3-seat single engine piston with 4,024 hours on the airframe. There are currently 16 PA-12 Super Cruiser aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $68,000 to $180,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $110,775.
The PA-12 Super Cruiser cruises at 90 kts (167 km/h) with a range of 520 nm (963 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 7 GPH (26 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $43/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N3780M.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N3780M against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $86,631–$138,720.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
