1965 Cessna 185D

Flybuyer Aircraft Sales presents this beautifully upgraded Cessna 185 Skywagon. With a Continental IO-520D, Sportsman STOL kit, factory float kit, refreshed interior and a fresh annual, this aircraft combines performance, utility and timeless Cessna ruggedness. Whether you're flying off dirt, gravel or water, this 185 is equipped for it all. Airframe • AFTT: 7045.2 hrs • Factory float kit • Sportsman STOL kit (STC) • P.Ponk Landing Gear Reinforcement Kit (STC) • Bubble door windows (STC) with dual latches • Electric hydraulic power pack (for amphibs or skis) • Refueling steps • Empty Weight: 1900 lbs • Gross Weight: 3200 lbs • Useful Load: 1,300 lbs Engine / Propeller • Continental IO-520D • 323.1 hrs SNEW • 300 HP takeoff / 285 HP continuous @ 2700 RPM • S/N: 581579 (STC# SA525NW) • McCauley D2A34C58-NO / 90AT-4, 2-Blade Constant-Speed Propeller • 18 hrs SMOH • New battery (extra cranking amps - STC) • Fuel capacity: Long-range tanks (84 gallons) • All new fuel bladders Avionics / Equipment • Recently installed Avionics master switch + circuit breakers (Intercom, Audio, COM, GPS, XPDR, ALT ENC) • Traditional six-pack layout • King KY-197 COM radio • King KA-134 audio panel • Garmin Aera 796 GPS with panel dock • Garmin GTX-330 transponder • Flightcom intercom • uAvionix skyBundle TSO • ADS-B in/out, WAAS GPS, Altimeter, LED Nav Light, LED anti-collision (strobe) • Installed December 2025 Interior / Exterior • Freshly upholstered seats • New flooring • New headliner • Refreshed interior panels • Inertial reel shoulder harnesses • New seat tracks • Recent paint in excellent condition • All new tires and brake pads • Mains: Air Trac 8.50-6 • Tailwheel: STA 2.80/2.50 • New 406 ELT (installed August 2025) Float Option • Edo 2790s Amphibious floats are available for an additional $5,000 if purchased with the aircraft. If sold separately, price is $25,000. • Model: 597-2790 • Serial #: 239 • These are approved for the 185 in accordance with the Cessna Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) and will displace 2790 lbs. • Floats are sold as-is This refreshed early Cessna 185 offers the perfect balance of simplicity and capability. Equipped with a powerful IO-520D, factory float kit and a very nicely refreshed interior, it's ready to fly today-or customize into your ideal backcountry or floatplane setup. A new three-blade propeller or additional modifications can be arranged upon request (airplane is owned by an aviation maintenance company). •Last Annual: August 2025 •New W B: August 2025 •Damage History: Overturned twice (landing on floats in mud and while tied down during a storm) •Located in Hamilton, MT Contact Rob Roy at Flybuyer Aircraft Sales [email protected] All specifications subject to buyer verification. Buyer agrees to use AEROtitle escrow services for registration and funds transfer. Estimated fees are $600, split evenly between buyer and seller. Logbooks and 100+ photos available to serious inquiries. Aircraft is offered on a first-come basis and will be considered Under Contract upon execution of a signed purchase agreement and receipt of a 10% deposit into escrow.