1981 Socata TB-10 Tobago for sale

1981 Socata TB-10 Tobago

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$130,598Overpriced
Location Italy
Total Time 3,105 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 204
Reg # F-GDCV France
Cruise 127 kts (235 km/h)
ICAO Type TOBA
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Eads/Socata TB-10 Tobago. Location: Italy, Brindisi, LIBR Avionics: Trig TY91 8,33 kHz VHF Collins VHF 251A, 760 channels Collins VOR/ILS/LOC Collins VOR/LOC Collins 651A ADF Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel Marker Beacon 4 places Intercom Trig TT31 Mode S Transponder ACK Altitude Encoder Collins TCR451 DME Century IIB autopilot Chronometer Exterior: Grey with blue and golden accents, 7/10 Interior: Brown, with blue leather seats, in good condition, 8/10 Other remarks: Private aircraft, Always kept in hangar when not flying, Constant speed propeller. Never used for training. Really fast plane, Excellent for private individuals or tourism. Consumption: 35 liters per hour, Fuel Tank Capacity: 204 liters total 125 kts cruise at 75% Invested over 72,000 Euro for engine overhaul, landing gear overhaul, replacement of various parts, propeller and governor overhaul, new starter, carburettor overhaul, new magnetos, etc. Lycoming O-360-A1AD, S/N: L-32069-36A, 180 Horse Power Total Time: 22 h TBO (hours): 2000 hours Last engine overhaul: 05/2025 New alternator, new magnetos, new temperature probes, new starter motor, new starter plate, carburetor overhaul. Propeller Make/Model: 2 Bladed, Metal, Constant Speed, Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF, S/N: CH29369E Time Since Overhaul: 22 hours Overhauled propeller governor, New carbon fiber spinner plate. New Nose Gear Tire, New Nose Gear Struts Seals, Magnetic Particle Inspection performed on Engine Mount Anti-corrosion treatment carried out on wings and fuselage in March 2023 Annual Inspection completed 07/2025 Certificate of Airworthiness valid until 07/2026 Wheel Pants (Currently not installed) New front and rear covers External power cable New door hooks, Cabin Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit Specifications subject to verification by purchaser

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Price Comparison 1 active offer

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$130,598
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$130,597 *
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About This Socata TB-10 Tobago

This 1981 Socata TB-10 Tobago (F-GDCV) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,105 hours on the airframe. There are currently 15 TB-10 Tobago aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $11,455 to $135,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $130,598.

The TB-10 Tobago cruises at 127 kts (235 km/h) with a range of 632 nm (1,170 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $55/hr in fuel alone.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 3,105 hours
Budget $150 for pre-purchase inspection

Socata TB-10 Tobago — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
127 kts (235 km/h)
Range
632 nm (1,170 km)
Ceiling
13,000 ft (3,962 m)
Max Weight
2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)
Useful Load
1,058 lbs (480 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Capacity
53 gal (201 L)
Fuel Burn
10 GPH (38 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

SOCATA TB-10 Tobago

Fuel Burn
10.0 GPH
~$65/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the SOCATA TB-10 Tobago. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (F-GDCV) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Italy

IT

Seller reported

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for F-GDCV.

Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (F-GDCV). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.

Price History

5 price events · sources: planecheck.com, aircraft24.com

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$101,769
Range: $92,365 — $120,060
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
+28%
Above Market

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