1957 North American T28C for sale

1957 North American T28C

Warbirds & Military

FOR SALE
$219,000
Location Hickory, NC
Total Time 9,325 hrs
Engine SMOH 600 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # 146254
Reg # N28CQ
Cruise 250 kts (463 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR
dual navcoms ADSB out voice activated intercom

Description

One of the last made T28C, just been through a complete condition inspection - fresh 5 year inspection. Garmin G5, ADSB out, voice activated intercom, Darron Clean kit, per oiler, oil shut-off valve - auto canopy kit standby hydronic pump Cleveland brakes air wolf oil filter kit, oil heater, HUD (heads up display) call for more information

Engine

oil heater, wolf oil filter kit, darton clean kit...

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Plane Crazy Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
$219,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This North American T28C

This 1957 North American T28C (N28CQ) is a 2-seat warbirds & military with 9,325 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 T28C aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $219,000 to $375,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $219,000.

The T28C cruises at 250 kts (463 km/h) with a range of 920 nm (1,704 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 35,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 60 GPH (227 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $372/hr in fuel alone.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 9,325 hours
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North American T28C — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
250 kts (463 km/h)
Max Speed
298 kts (552 km/h)
Range
920 nm (1,704 km)
Ceiling
35,000 ft (10,668 m)
Max Weight
8,500 lbs (3,856 kg)
Useful Load
2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
Horsepower
1425 HP
Fuel Burn
60 GPH (227 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

NORTH AMERICAN T-28 Trojan

Fuel Burn
60.0 GPH
~$390/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the NORTH AMERICAN T-28 Trojan. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N28CQ.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Hickory, NC

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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

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Price History

3 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, controlleremea.co.uk, controller.com

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