1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP for sale

1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$149,950
Location Livermore, CA
Total Time 5,275 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,244 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # R1722498
Reg # N736FT
Engine Continental O-300
Cruise 122 kts (226 km/h)
ICAO Type C172
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Avionics: Garmin GNC 355 GPS/COM Garmin GI-106B CDI PMA 8000G Audio Panel Integrated to GNC 355 Narco MK 12D NAV/COM with VOR/LOC/G.S. Cessna RT-459A Transponder ACK A30.5 Altitude Encoder uAvionix Tail Beacon Precision PAI-700 Vertical Card Compass Avionics Master Including: Stene Aviation Sportsman Leading Edge Cuff and Gap Seals Micro Vortex Generator VG Kit Rosen Sun Visors Lord Shimmy Dampner Overhead Cabin Skylight Windows Left and Right Windows Hing Open Pilot and Co Pilot Seats Vert. Adj. Factory Long Range Fuel 49 Gallons Wheel Pants Steps And Handles Re Fueling Rudder Trim

Description

This 1977 Cessna 172XP Skyhawk has recently been painted by a well know shop that is know for perfection. The airplane actually appears like a new airplane with its modern paint scheme and clear windows. Equipped with the Sportsman leading edge STOL and vortex generators .Avionics upgrade with Garmin GNC 355 GPS/COM and Garmin GI-106B CDI integrated to the PMA 8000G Audio Panel/intercom system. The propeller is Factory New so their is no AD to be c/w anymore. This airplane is ready to fly away.

Engine

Total Time Engine: 1244 Hours Since Factory Remanufactured To Zero Time Continental IO-360-KB S/N 288676-R Isham 210 Horsepower STC Remanufactured Date December 1997 Total Time Propeller: 9 Hours Since Factory New McCauley Model 2A34IC203/90DCA-14 S/N 250692

Interior

Tan Leather and Fabric (2000)

Exterior

All Over White With Burgundy and Tan New Paint By Aircraft Aircraft Painting 2023

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

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$149,950

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna R172 Hawk XP

This 1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP (N736FT) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 5,275 hours on the airframe. There are currently 36 R172 Hawk XP aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $94,565 to $309,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $149,950.

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 5,275 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (CORTOPASSI ALVIN G)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,275 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $129 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna R172 Hawk XP — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
122 kts (226 km/h)
Max Speed
124 kts (230 km/h)
Range
640 nm (1,185 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,550 lbs (1,157 kg)
Useful Load
878 lbs (398 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Capacity
56 gal (212 L)
Fuel Burn
8.6 GPH (33 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 172

Fuel Burn
8.6 GPH
~$56/hr
Variable Cost
$130/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 172. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

CORTOPASSI ALVIN G

Registration Address

LINDEN, CA

Certificate Issued

2020-10-22

Airworthiness

1977-04-06

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Livermore, CA

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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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N736FT.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$149,950
Range: $149,950 — $149,950
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
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