1968 Piper Twin Comanche
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHGenuinely modern dual-WAAS IFR panel with fresh certification: GPS/NAV/COM 1: Garmin GTN 650 (WAAS)
coupled to autopilot GPS/NAV/COM 2: Garmin GNS 430W (WAAS) coupled to autopilot GA56 antenna Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 340 Transponder: Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Out Autopilot: Piper/Century AutoControl III (no altitude hold)coupled to both WAAS navigators HSI/Compass: Century NSD 360A non-slaved compass system ELT: Kannad 406 AF-Compact
battery due March 2028 IFR (pitot-static/transponder) certification completed 11 Aug 2025
valid 24 months. Both Garmin navigators are WAAS-capable and autopilot-coupledgiving true redundant LPV/GPS approach capability rarely found at this price point in a Twin Comanche.
Description
C-FMCV is a 1968 Piper PA-30B Twin Comanche - widely regarded as the most fuel-efficient piston twin ever certified - presented as an exceptionally well-equipped and honestly maintained example. Twin Lycoming IO-320 engines burn roughly 16-17 gph combined while cruising at 155-165 knots, delivering true multi-engine redundancy at the operating cost of many high-performance singles. Three things set this airframe apart from the typical Twin Comanche on the market: a documented, damage-free history with complete logs since U.S. import; a genuinely modern IFR panel built around dual Garmin WAAS navigators with fresh pitot-static/transponder certification; and a Robertson R/STOL conversion that raises gross weight to 3,800 lb and transforms low-speed handling and short-field performance. • Honest, complete history - no damage history, all logbooks present since U.S. importation, all Airworthiness Directives confirmed up to date. • In annual IFR current - annual completed 14 Aug 2025; IFR (pitot-static/transponder) certification completed 11 Aug 2025, valid 24 months. • Dual WAAS IFR navigators - Garmin GTN 650 + GNS 430W, both coupled to the autopilot, plus GTX 335 ADS-B Out. • Robertson R/STOL kit - gross weight increased to 3,800 lb with a 1,360 lb useful load, plus a full suite of speed and handling mods. • Strong cylinders - compressions in the mid-70s across both engines at the August 2025 annual. • Q-Tip propellers - quieter, efficient props with only 540.5 hours since overhaul (Feb 2019). • Priced to the market - $145,000 USD sits below the comparable-set average despite a stronger panel and documentation, reflecting that both engines are approaching their 2,000-hour TBO.
Engine
ENGINES: 2 × Lycoming IO-320-B1A, 160 hp each, 2,000-hr TBO. 1,963 hours SMOH (overhauled 2001) with top overhaul completed 2016-17. Strong, even compressions at the August 2025 annual: LH 75/76/76/77, RH 74/75/74 (#4 cylinder repaired and replaced). Engines approaching TBO - may legally be run "on condition" for private operation; asking price reflects engine times. Tanis engine pre-heaters installed. Sky-Tec lightweight starters and alternator conversion. Both vacuum pumps replaced summer 2024. PROPELLERS: 2 × Q-Tip propellers - 540.5 hours since propeller overhaul (Feb 2019). Quieter operation with reduced tip losses and improved efficiency. MODIFICATIONS STCs: Robertson R/STOL conversion - gross weight increased to 3,800 lb with dramatically improved short-field and slow-flight handling. Vortex generators. LoPresti speed fairings. Wing gap seals. Dorsal fin. One-piece windshield. Small nose wheel. Whelen LED anti-collision lights. Whelen Parmetheus LED landing lights (LH replaced Feb 2017). Janitrol cabin heater. External power plug for ground starts. Concorde RG-35AXC sealed battery. Michelin main tires (6.00-6, 6-ply) and nose tire (15×6.00-6).
Propeller
7,799.1 hours Total Time Since New. No damage history. Complete logbooks since U.S. importation; all Airworthiness Directives confirmed up to date. Annual inspection completed 14 Aug 2025 at 7,781.4 hours. Robertson R/STOL conversion (STC) increases maximum gross weight to 3,800 lb - empty weight 2,440 lb for a 1,360 lb useful load. Six seats (4 main + 2 child). Typical cruise 155-165 kt on approximately 16-17 gph total - among the most fuel-efficient certified piston twins ever built. Vortex generators, LoPresti speed fairings, wing gap seals, dorsal fin, one-piece windshield, small nose wheel. Canadian registered (private category), based CYRI, Rivière-du-Loup, QC. Clean title through the Canadian Civil Aircraft Register. Honest, well-documented, damage-free airframe.
Interior
Six seats reupholstered in gray leather with Patriot+ materials (December 2012) over black carpet. Seating for four adults plus two child seats. Cabin presents cleanly throughout. Janitrol cabin heater for comfortable winter operations.
Exterior
White base with dark green and gold striping - a classic, well-proportioned Twin Comanche scheme. Whelen LED anti-collision and landing lights. One-piece windshield and LoPresti speed fairings give the airframe a clean, refined appearance.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Frederic Roy
trade-a-plane.com
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$145,000
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Riviere-du-Loup, Quebec, Canada | Jul 27, 2026 | 17 days | Active |
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About This Piper Twin Comanche
This 1968 Piper Twin Comanche (C-FMCV) is a 4-seat multi engine piston with 7,799 hours on the airframe. There are currently 34 Twin Comanche aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $12,500 to $250,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $145,000.
The Twin Comanche cruises at 155 kts (287 km/h) with a range of 1,000 nm (1,852 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,600 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $99/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
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Riviere-du-Loup, Quebec, Canada
Canada
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