2011 Vans RV-8
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
This airplane was built by an aviation enthusiast to be lightweight, fast, agile, and a joy to fly. It has only 630 hours total time on the airframe, engine, and propeller and it has been kept in pristine condition in our TS07 backyard hanger. ENGINE AND PROPELLER: Superior IO 360 PV, 185HP with 9:1 Lycon Pistons. Dynamic Balanced. Port and Polish. Flow Matched Cylinders. Roller Lifters. Catto 3 Blade. AVIONICS: MGL Odyssey 10.4-inch EFIS. MGL V-10 Com with Intercom. GTX 327 Transponder. UAvionix Echo ADSB with SkyFyx WAAS GPS. ADSB Displays on EFIS. ACK E-01 ELT. INTERIOR: Van's Foam Seat Cushions with Leather Upholstery. TOSTEN Grip in front with 2 Axis Trim, Flaps, and PTT. Ray Allen Grip in rear with PTT. Hooker Harness 5-Point Belts. Halon Fire Extinguisher. EXTERIOR: Primed throughout and top coated with DuPont Imron Urethane. LED Navigation Lights and Wing Tip Strobes. LED Landing Light. Van's Capacitive Fuel Level. 380 X 150 oversize tires. Bell Tail Wheel Fork with Tail Lynx control cables. Lightweight Tail Wheel. Light, Fast, and Nimble at 1,070 lbs. empty. 1800 lbs. gross. 1550 lbs. aerobatic weight. No damage history.
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brad Walton
trade-a-plane.com
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$125,000
|
Cypress, TX | Apr 21, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Vans RV-8
This 2011 Vans RV-8 (N47BW) is a 1-seat experimental / homebuilt . There are currently 10 RV-8 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $125,000.
The RV-8 cruises at 2 kts (4 km/h) .
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $100/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Vans RV-8 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N47BW.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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