1979 Cessna 185 On Pk 3000 Floats
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
TT 2609 Hrs, Engine 95 HRS FACTORY REMAN IO-520 TBO 1700, Prop 3 BLADE O/H 2019, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, Garmin 760 GPS on Gizmo, King KX 155A Nav/CommMode C Transponder, Becker AR62XX VHF, New 406 ELT, PK 3000 Floats, Bubble Windows, Fluydine 3600 Wheel Ski's, Complete wheel gear, All logs since new, No Damage History, No Corrosion, Hangared, Exterior New Paint 10/10 (2025),Complete new interior
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Canadian Aircraft Sales
globalair.com
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$280,000
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Ontario, Canada | Jul 15, 2026 | 2 days | Active |
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About This Cessna 185 On Pk 3000 Floats
This 1979 Cessna 185 On Pk 3000 Floats (C-GDGJ) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 2,609 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $280,000.
The 185 On Pk 3000 Floats cruises at 145 kts (269 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,150 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15.5 GPH (59 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $96/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 2,609 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,700 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna 185 On Pk 3000 Floats — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (C-GDGJ) is registered outside the US.
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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