1978 Cessna R172 Hawk XP for sale

1978 Cessna R172 Hawk XP

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$309,900Overpriced
Location Phoenix, AZ
Total Time 4,786 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,146 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # R1722261
Reg # N3712V
Engine Continental O-300
Cruise 122 kts (226 km/h)
ICAO Type C172
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & 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

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

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$309,900

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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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,786 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

FAA registration data pending for N3712V.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Phoenix, AZ

Seller reported 204 more aircraft in AZ →

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.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$185,000
Range: $165,000 — $295,000
Confidence: 70%
vs. Market
+68%
Above Market

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