1978 Cessna R172 Hawk XP
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Garmin GFC 500 Auto Pilot Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Garmin GTN 650 XI Garmin GNC 215 Garmin GTX 345 ADSB In/Out Garmin G5 Back-Up
Description
Fresh Aircraft Sales presents this amazing 172XP, the PERFECT CANDIDATE FOR BONUS DEPRECIATION 2025, ready to go to work or become somebody's personal pride and joy. This aircraft is equipped with all Garmin avionics, including a 210 horsepower Isham conversion! This plane sports BRAND NEW GARMIN AVIONICS AND A CUSTOM PANEL! The aircraft also sports a brand-new paint job and brand new interior. DON'T LET THIS ONE GET AWAY!
Exterior
job and brand new
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fresh Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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$309,900
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Phoenix, AZ | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna R172 Hawk XP
This 1978 Cessna R172 Hawk XP (N3712V) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,786 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 above the market average at $309,900.
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 4,786 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 N3712V.
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 N3712V against the NTSB accident database.