2018 Vans RV-8
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Airframe make & model: VAN’s RV-8 Airframe serial number: 83012 Airframe Date of Manufacture: 2018 Airframe/Engine Time in Service: 177 Hrs First registered in Australia: 2018 Registered Operator: Todd Kelly Engine make/model: Lycoming XIO-360-M1B (180 HP) TBO 1800 Hrs Engine s/n: EL-36478-51E Propeller make/model: Sensenich 72FM859-1 (85) Propeller OEM recommended TBO: 2,000 Hrs Annual due 14.8.2026
Engine
Lycoming XIO-360-M1B
Propeller
Sensenich 72FM859-1
Inspection
Annual due
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Todd Kelly
controller.com
|
$160,457
$158,962
|
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Todd Kelly
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$160,564 *
GBP £119,179
|
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Vans RV-8
This 2018 Vans RV-8 (VH-YKY) 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 $160,457.
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
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This aircraft (VH-YKY) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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