1996 Van's RV-4
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
A great looking 1996 Van's RV-4. This tandem 2 seater aircraft is know for its durability and aerobatic capabilities. This aircraft will cruise at 149 knots indicated @ 7,500ft with an RPM of 2,500. It will stall at 47 knots. While cruising it will use 33 litres per hour. With the long range wing tip tanks it can hold a total of 180 litres. The MTOW is 680kg and empty is 410kg. Over the years the RV-4 became an icon in the world of experimental aviation and a world wide popular kit aircraft. This aircraft is a well maintained machine that can be used as a weekend cruiser or cross country tourer. Lycoming IO-360, 185 hp - Time: 1474 Hours
CATTO 3 bladed ACRO Propeller & Cummins Aluminium spinner : 10 hours - Garmin G5 - primary flight instrument
EDM 350 Engine Management with Fuel flow
Garmin AERA 760 GPS (current charts)
Mechanical G-Meter
Electronics International dual Oil pressure/Temp
ATR500 radio
FlightCom audio controller
Analogue Airspeed Indicator Doug bell tail wheel fork, Flyboys single sided steering linkage, Long Main Legs, Long range tip tanks, Dual Control Columns, Bulk strip in 2021 at Approved Aircraft Maintenance (Toowoomba). New Crank Shaft, Rings, CAMM Followers, Accessory Gearbox Gears. Airflow performance fuel injection with purge valve, Fuel Control Unit and Fuel divider, overhauled October 2025 (by Airflow) New injectors. LAME Maintained (not owner) Will be sold with fresh annual.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Listing Source
planesales.com.au
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$72,972
$72,850
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New South Wales, Australia | Jul 05, 2026 | 11 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-4
This 1996 Vans RV-4 (VH-KOH) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 1,531 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 RV-4 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $72,972.
The RV-4 cruises at 150 kts (278 km/h) with a range of 510 nm (945 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 7.5 GPH (28 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $46/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Van's RV-4 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VH-KOH) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
New South Wales, Australia
AU
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $77,539–$108,519.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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