1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Garmin GNC 355 GPS/COM Garmin GI-106B CDI PMA 8000G Audio Panel Intigrated to GNC 355 Narco MK 12D NAV/COM with VOR/LOC/G.S. Cessna RT-459A Transponder ACK A30.5 Altitude Encoder Uavionics Tail Beacon Precision PAI-700 Vertical Card Compass Avionics Master
Description
American Aircraft Sales Co. Cell: 510-783-2711550 Airway Blvd.Livermore, CA 94551All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice AirframeHours since Factory New Engines Loc. Make Model Serial# SFRM C Continental IO-360-KB 288676-R 1244 SFRM to Zero Time, Isham 210 Horsepower STC, Remanufactured Date December 1997Props Loc. Make Model Serial# SFN C McCauley 2A34IC203/90DCA-14 250692 9
Engine
1 Engine, Piston
Propeller
McCauley 2A34IC203/90DCA-14
Interior
Tan Leather and Fabric (2000)
Exterior
All Over White with Burgandy and Tan New Paint by Artcraft Aircraft Painting 2023
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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American Aircraft Sales
globalplanesearch.com
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$149,950
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CA | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active |
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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 39 R172 Hawk XP aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $93,111 to $309,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $149,950.
The R172 Hawk XP cruises at 129 kts (239 km/h) with a range of 569 nm (1,054 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 11 GPH (42 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $68/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 5,275 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. 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
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
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
NTSB database checked for N736FT.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $135,000–$179,500.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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