1994 Vans RV-6
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHSteam-gauge IFR-capable panel with modern ADS-B and engine monitoring Primary Flight Instruments (Six-Pack) Airspeed Indicator (MPH) Attitude Indicator Altimeter Turn Coordinator Heading Indicator / Directional Gyro Vertical Speed Indicator Engine Monitoring JPI EDM 830 Engine Monitor Displays: RPM Manifold Pressure (MAP) Cylinder Head Temps (CHT) Exhaust Gas Temps (EGT) Fuel Flow (GPH) Fuel Used Fuel Remaining Endurance at current burn Carburetor Temperature Oil Pressure Oil Temperature Voltage Outside Air Temperature (OAT) Navigation / Communication Garmin GNC 250XL GPS / COM King NAV radio VOR / Glideslope receiver Apollo SL-10 audio panel / intercom Icom COM radio Stratus Two ADSB In Transponder / ADS-B Trig TT22 Mode S Transponder Trig TN72 ADS-B Out Autopilot Altitude Hold Autopilot Cabin / Utility Dual USB charging ports Panel lighting: Red LED panel lighting Optional white lighting
Description
VAN'S RV-6 TAILWHEEL - WELL-MAINTAINED, '160 HP LYCOMING,' ADS-B OUT, $110,000 OBO N515SK - Van's RV-6 Tailwheel Well-maintained and thoughtfully upgraded, Van's RV-6 is built for reliable cross-country flying, efficiency, and strong performance. This aircraft has been extensively maintained with documented upgrades and recent preventative maintenance. An IFR-capable panel (not currently IFR certified), excellent engine health, and numerous safety and reliability improvements make this a strong turnkey RV-6. Airframe Van's RV-6 Tailwheel Empty Weight: 1,048 lbs Gross Weight: 1,650 lbs Airframe Time: 2,070 hours (continuing) Fuel Capacity: 36 gallons Manual pitch roll trim Electric flaps Removable co-pilot stick Fiberglassed canopy Pressure recovery wheel pants RV gear/intersection fairings Engine Lycoming O-320-D2B 160 HP S/N: 20028 643 hours since major overhaul Overhauled 17 Feb 2015 by Graham Aircraft Engines Compression (hot): #1: 79/80 #2: 78/80 #3: 78/80 #4: 79/80 Additional engine details: Borescope at each annual Dual E-Mag / P-Mag ignition / DB9 connectors for programming Plane Power alternator Sky-Tec starter (2025) New starter, battery solenoids, and Master switch (2025) SDS Aero induction tube upgrades New Lycoming intake hardware Vetterman exhaust 150W engine heater Propeller Sensenich Fixed Pitch 70CM6516-0-79 Overhauled / repitched in 2020 to 81 from 79 307 hours since overhaul Avionics / Panel Traditional six-pack layout with excellent engine monitoring. JPI EDM 830 Engine Monitor Garmin GNC 250XL Trig TT22 Transponder TN72 ADS-B Out Apollo SL10 audio panel King NAV radio (IFR capable) VOR / glideslope Altitude hold autopilot Intercom USB power outlets Recent Maintenance / Upgrades Highlights include: SB 00036 Rev 3 completed New TS Flightline fuel/primer lines Braided brake lines Pacific oil cooler The battery was relocated to the firewall. New alternator cabling LED nav / strobe lighting FlyLED landing/taxi lighting New oil return lines Updated induction components New starter system components Performance Efficient cross-country performer. Typical observed cruise: ~154 MPH groundspeed @ 8,500 ft / ~8.1 GPH (best power) with 25-knot headwind ~198 MPH groundspeed @ 11,500 ft / ~4.2 GPH LOP with 40-knot tailwind (Performance varies with loading, atmospheric conditions, and winds.) Why Selling The family grew, needing more than 2 seats. Contact Located in Georgia Serious inquiries welcome.
Engine
Firewall-Forward Upgrades / Engine Enhancements Before I owned the plane, The plane had a prop strike in 2024. The engine was disassembled and inspected after the prop strike. Damaged components were replaced, reassembled, and returned to service. An entry in the logbook was made. Lycoming O-320-D2B (160 HP) 643 hours since major overhaul (SMOH) 17Feb2015. Crankcase cleaned and inspected Oil sump cleaned and inspected Internal rotating components inspected Main and rod bearings replaced as required New/reconditioned accessory components New Superior cylinders installed Magneto / accessory work completed Ignition / Electrical Upgrades Dual P-Mag/E-Mag electronic ignition DB9 programming interface Plane Power alternator Sky-Tec starter (2025) New starter solenoid New master/starter switch Firewall-mounted Odyssey PC680 battery Fuel / Induction / Oil System SDS Aero O-ring induction tube flange upgrade New Lycoming intake hardware New TS Flightline oil return lines Upgraded oil cooler / hoses TS Flightline Fuel lines Exhaust / Cooling Vetterman exhaust Lower cowl cooling louvers Upper/Lower cowl rebuilt for tighter fit 150W engine preheater 2025 annual Borescope Oil Analysis New NGK BR8ES plugs P-Mag timing verified Compression: #1 78/80 #2 78/80 #3 78/80 #4 79/80
Propeller
Van's RV-6 tailwheel New Stinger, with upgraded hardware Flyboy RV Rocket steering link upgrade Fiberglass canopy, canopy overlaps rear section Removable co-pilot stick Manual pitch trim Manual roll trim Electric flaps Pressure recovery wheel pants Van's fiberglass gear leg fairings Intersection fairings TS Flightline braided brake lines throughout Brake master cylinders rebuilt Tire replacements documented SteinAir dual USB charging ports New battery cables after firewall battery relocation Battery charger quick-connect LED 3-in-1 nav / strobe lights FlyLED landing / taxi light combo kit Red LED panel lighting Optional white panel lighting Firewall battery relocation Stainless cabin heat upgraded Fire barrier sealing improvements 3M Fire Barrier 2000 SB 00036 Rev 3 completed ELT servicing / battery replacement Pitot/static/transponder certifications Annual condition inspections consistently documented VOR accuracy checks documented Corrosion corrected as
Interior
Clean and original, functional keeping it light cross-country interior with thoughtful upgrades focused on comfort and utility rather than show-plane cosmetics. Clean upholstery with torn seat fabric Interior aileron boots installed Dual USB charging ports on the pilot's side Red LED panel lighting or white lighting Removable co-pilot stick for added cabin flexibility
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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jereme turner
trade-a-plane.com
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$110,000
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marietta, GA | May 28, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-6
This 1994 Vans RV-6 (N515SK) is a 1-seat experimental / homebuilt with 2,070 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 RV-6 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $110,000.
The RV-6 cruises at 2 kts (4 km/h) .
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $44/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $90/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000. With 2,070 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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Vans RV-6 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N515SK.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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