1976 Cessna 421C W/NEW RAM ENG for sale

1976 Cessna 421C W/NEW RAM ENG

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$394,000
Location Leesburg, FL
Seats 8
Reg # N517MH
Engine CONTINENTAL GTSIO-520-D
Cruise 230 kts (426 km/h)
ICAO Type C421
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Introducing N517MH, a beautiful and extremely well maintained 1976 Cessna 421CW. Engines freshly overhauled by RAM with nickel plated cylinders for corrosion resistance. 8 seats. Keith Electric A/C that works extremely well in Florida heat. Winglets for enhanced single engine stability, high altitude performance and ramp appeal. Very comfortable and fast. Fresh Annual Completed 11/2025. Props resealed and good for another 10 years. Contact Chris Bridges at for details, additional pictures, logbooks or other additional information.

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Christopher Bridges
barnstormers.com
$394,000

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About This Cessna 421C W/NEW RAM ENG

This 1976 Cessna 421C W/NEW RAM ENG (N517MH) is a 8-seat multi engine piston . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $394,000.

The 421C W/NEW RAM ENG cruises at 230 kts (426 km/h) with a range of 1,385 nm (2,565 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 30,200 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 35 GPH (132 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $217/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $400/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $35,000.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $525 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 421C W/NEW RAM ENG — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
230 kts (426 km/h)
Max Speed
240 kts (444 km/h)
Range
1,385 nm (2,565 km)
Ceiling
30,200 ft (9,205 m)
Max Weight
7,450 lbs (3,379 kg)
Useful Load
2,450 lbs (1,111 kg)
Horsepower
375 HP
Fuel Capacity
213 gal (806 L)
Fuel Burn
35 GPH (132 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,600 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 421

Fuel Burn
35.0 GPH
~$228/hr
Variable Cost
$400/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$35,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$50,000
every 1,600 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 421. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N517MH.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Leesburg, FL

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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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