1978 Cessna R182
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRLegacy King Avionics Stack: KMA-24 Audio Panel (2x) KY-92 COM radios KN-53 Nav-Com Glideslope KR-85 ADF KN-74 RNAV (in/op) Century autopilot Call or text to discuss a great Panel Upgrade package that has been proposed for this panel that could be included in the financing. (existing panel specs believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed
please perform your own research) No visible transponder or ADS-B equipment in this view
Description
SKYLANE RG - 283 SMOH - 10% DOWN - 20 YR TERM This Skylane RG represents outstanding value in today's retract market. Only 2,454 hours total time and just 283 hours since major overhaul (qualifies for finance rates in the 6%s oac}. This aircraft delivers the performance, speed, and efficiency the 182RG is known for - at a price point that makes sense. Excellent financing is available for this airplane with very favorable rates, given its low Total and Engine Time (a lender preference). With as little as 10% down, payments would be approximately $1100/mo. (20 Year Fixed at 6s% - oac) For additional information on very favorable Aircraft Funding call or visit gojetswest.com OR call me at. We can help, even if you're buying elsewhere. We welcome trade-ins of most any type of asset (cars, boats, airplanes, real estate, most anything) call for details. We are also cash buyers for airplanes of most any make or model. We are also spot cash buyers for aircraft, of most any kind. Call or visit for a current market valuation OR all-cash spot quote to buy. call/text OR goJetsWest.com Join us for our weekly Podcast Series specifically for aircraft buyers and sellers, where we explore many topics of interest if your in the market to buy, sell, refinance or leaseback. Search for 'Plane Talk Live on your favorite podcast platform (sportify, apple, amazon, iheart and others) or visit: PlaneTalkLive.com Specifications not guaranteed and remain subject to buyers own verification upon inspection. Aircraft subject to prior sale or withdrawal from market without notice. Airframe: TTAF: 2454 Performance Highlights Cruise Speed: 140-145 KTAS Fuel Burn: ~12-13 GPH Useful Load: ~1,050-1,150 lbs (typical) Range: 700-800 NM Service Ceiling: 17,000 ft Takeoff Distance (50 ft): ~1,500 ft Landing Distance (50 ft): ~1,350 ft Powered by the proven Lycoming O-540, the 182RG delivers a strong blend of climb performance and cross-country efficiency - with the added speed benefit of retractable gear. Comprehensive log book summary is available under the documents tab of this ad posting. Logs are available upon request. Engines: Lycoming O-540-J3C5D 283 Hours Since Major Overhaul 2,000 Hour TBO Approx. 1,700+ Hours Remaining to TBO
Engine
283 SMOH
Interior
Serviceable paint and interior condition. (Interior upholstery presents well, though styling reflects its era.)
Exterior
No known damage history Excellent paint condition
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Jets West
trade-a-plane.com
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$159,900
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Pikeville, KY | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active | |
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JetsWest
aircraftdealer.com
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$159,900
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Greenville, SC | Apr 01, 2026 | 107 days | Active | |
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Jets West
aviapages.com
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$159,900
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— | Apr 01, 2026 | 107 days | Active | |
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Jets West
controller.com
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$159,900
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Pikeville, KY | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Jets West
aviationtrader.com.au
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$164,876
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Pikeville, KY | Apr 04, 2026 | 104 days | Active | |
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Jets West
controlleremea.co.uk
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$163,330 *
GBP £120,889
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Pikeville, KY | Apr 04, 2026 | 104 days | Active | |
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Reginald Caudill
aircraftforsale.com
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$150,000
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Pikeville | May 02, 2026 | 76 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna R182
This 1978 Cessna R182 (N2257R) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,454 hours on the airframe. There are currently 26 R182 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $111,463 to $244,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $159,900.
The R182 cruises at 156 kts (289 km/h) with a range of 915 nm (1,695 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12.5 GPH (47 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $78/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $175/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 2,454 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna R182 — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N2257R.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N2257R against the NTSB accident database.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna R182
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
RECENTLY INSTALLED ELECTROAIR ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM EIS-61000-5M AND EIS-61000-5C. WHILE TROUBLE SHOOTING ERRONEOUS RPM INDICATIONS WE OPENED THE COVER OF THE MAGNETO TIMING HOUSING (MTH) AND FOUND SIGNIFICANT SHAVINGS IN THE CASE. BORESCOPE INS...
A/C CAME IN FOR A 50HR OIL CHANGE AND ELECTRICAL ISSUES. FOUND THAT UPON INSTALL OF NEW ENGINE, REPAIR STATION REMOVED A JUMPER WIRE FROM A 12V STARTER AGAINST THE INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON PART AND SL, WHICH ALLOWED IT TO RECEIVE 24V FOR WHICH THE A/C...
PROPELLER WAS LEAKING OIL. HAD OUR SHOP PULL THE PROPELLER AND SEND IT OFF TO BE RE-SEALED. PROP SHOP DISCOVERED THAT THE PISTON HAD WORN OUT OF SPEC. SCORING WAS FOUND ON THE INSIDE OF THE PISTON WHERE IT RIDES ON THE GUIDE. WEAR MARS ARE 180 DEGREE...
ON RUNUP AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, DETECTED A NOTICEABLE WOBBLE ON THE PROPELLER SPINNER. AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN FOUND THAT THE SPINNER WAS EASILY DEFLECTED AN INCH OR SO. REMOVED SPINNER,AND FOUND THAT THE INNER FLANGE ON THE SPINNER FORWARD BULKHEAD WAS ...
PILOT REPORTED THAT HE WAS ABOUT TO LAND AT PVD WHEN HE DIDN'T HAVE 3 IN THE GREEN. THE MAINS WERE DOWN AND LOCKED. HE FLEW BY THE TOWER TWICE AND THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE NOSE WHEEL DOORS WEREN'T EVEN OPEN. HE CYCLED THE GEAR A NUMBER OF TIMES, TO...
NOSE LANDING GEAR COLLAPSED ON LANDING. NOSE LANDING GEAR ACTUATOR END BEARING FAILED. FAILURE OCCURRED IN END BEARING, LOWER CASTING BROKE AWAY AT DOWN LOCK PIN RETAINER YOKE ON LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF YOKE ALLOWING DOWN LOCK PINS TO DISLODGE, SH...
(CAN) ALTERNATOR 60 AMP.BREAKER WITH INTERNAL RESISTANCE (IN 28V OUT 8V) THIS WILL MAKE THE ALTERNATOR STOP CHARGING.... (TC# 20190621004)
(CAN) CARBURATOR FLOAT FILLED WITH AVGAS THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IT HAPPEN ON ARE FLEET WITH THIS PART (REF SDR#20170503018) (TC# 20190621006)
AT ANNUAL INSPECTION MECHANIC NOTED THAT IT WAS DIFFICULT TO REACH FULL RPM FOR STATIC GROUND RUN UNTIL TURBO ENGAGED. AFTER INSPECTING THE ENGINE IT WAS FOUND THAT ALL. 12 LIFTERS WERE COLLAPSING AND ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE WAS BEYOND LIMITS. THE ENGIN...
AIRCRAFT SUFFERED NOSE GEAR UP LANDING UNABLE TO ID SPECIFIC CAUSE HOWEVER MECHANICAL INTERFERENCE PREVENT GEAR DOOR FROM OPENING DURING LANDING.AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED MINIMAL DAMAGE, AIRCRAFT IS IN PROCESS OF REPAIR.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $147,650–$193,663.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
