1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRBeautiful 2026 refurbiishmment with full IFR integrated garmin panel including auto pilot
full engine monitoringand backup analog instruments with halo lighting. Included in the avionics upgrade:
Dual Garmin GI 275 (AI + HSI) GI 275 EIS w/ CIES digital fuel senders Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot (2-axis fully coupled) Garmin GNX 375 (WAAS GPS + ADS-B In/Out) Dual Garmin GNC 205 NAV/COM radios Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel (Bluetooth) w 4 place intercom LEMO plugs plus standard dual jacks integrated USB and USB-C power ports Custom laser-etched powder-coated aluminum panels (upper and lower) All NEW switches breakers and wiring Analog backup gauges with halo lighting system Cleanmodern layout with no legacy vacuum system-built for reliability and ease of use.
Description
FOR SALE: 1977 Cessna 172 Hawk XP II - Fully Modernized IFR Platform ' GI 275 Suite ' GFC 500 ' Turnkey This is a pristine example of a Hawk XP II. This aircraft has very low hours at 2136TT and the airframe is beautiful. The plane has undergone a recent comprehensive modernization with a fully redesigned panel, upgraded avionics suite, and interior refurbishment-creating a turnkey IFR platform with performance and capability well beyond a standard 172. No expense was spared in this modernization effort. If you're looking for a reliable, fast (XP II performance), and fully equipped cross-country aircraft with no deferred upgrades, this is it.
Engine
Original 195 HP (STC upgradable to 210 HP) fuel injected Continental IO360 with 582 hours since major overhaul. Runs great. Nice climb and cruise mix with McCauley prop and hub with similar hours since overhaul. Strong, smooth runner with excellent reliability and performance.
Propeller
1977 Hawk XP II with zero corrosion. Always hangared with very low 2136 TTAF hours. Horton STOL kit installed with newer repaint in Dupont 2K Urethane paint. Exterior protected with ceramic sealant. Cockpit covers, Whelan LED beacon, complete logs. Excellent cosmetic condition. A fly-in favorite!
Interior
Fresh interior including - New seat upholstery, door panels, headliner, Vantage Plane Plastics kit (full interior plastics upgrade), headliner, dash eyebrow, Rosen visors, and custom leather YokeUp yokes with integrated PTT, AP disconnect and trim controls. NEW color matched seat belts front and rear. The overall interior is stunning.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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John Yacobi
trade-a-plane.com
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$239,000
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Fort Myers, FL | May 28, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna R172 Hawk XP
This 1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP (N736JK) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,136 hours on the airframe. There are currently 33 R172 Hawk XP aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $94,565 to $309,900. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $239,000.
The R172 Hawk XP cruises at 122 kts (226 km/h) with a range of 640 nm (1,185 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8.6 GPH (33 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $47/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $130/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 2,136 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna R172 Hawk XP — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N736JK.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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