American Champion Scout vs Cessna 182 Continental (early)
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
American Champion Scout
- For sale now
- 21
- Median asking
- $212,250
- Range
- $135,000–$308,500
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 5
- Source marketplaces
- 3
- Model years available
- 1974–2026
Cessna 182 Continental (early)
No active listings right now.
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Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
American Champion Scout — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
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Cessna 182 Continental (early) — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 Continental (early) | 1956–1976 | Continental O-470-L/R | 2650 | 140 | 640 | 208 |
| 182 Continental (late) | 1977–1986 | Continental O-470-U | 3100 | 142 | 700 | 78 |
| T182 Turbo | 1981–now | Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A | 3100 | 158 | 970 | 46 |
| 182 Lycoming | 1997–now | Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 | 3100 | 145 | 930 | 151 |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | American Champion Scout | Cessna 182 Continental (early) |
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| Price Range | $135,000 – $308,500 | — |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 180 HP | 230–235 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 113 kts (209 km/h) | 140–158 kts (293 km/h) |
| Range | 938 nm (1,737 km) | 640–970 nm (1,796 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 15,000 ft (4,572 m) | 18,900 ft (5,761 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,150 lbs (975 kg) | 2650–3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) |
| Useful Load | 800 lbs (363 kg) | 1,140 lbs (517 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 9.0 GPH (34 L/h) | 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: American Champion Scout or Cessna 182 Continental (early)?
Pick the Scout if…
- Longer range — 938 nm vs 640 nm.
Pick the 182 Continental (early) if…
- More seats — 4 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 140 kts vs 113 kts.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, American Champion Scout or Cessna 182 Continental (early)?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Scout cruises at 113 kts with 938 nm range.
The 182 Continental (early) cruises at 140 kts with 640 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
American Champion Scout: from $148,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between American Champion Scout and Cessna 182 Continental (early)?
182 Continental (early) engine: Continental O-470-L/R (230 hp).
Seats: 2 vs 4.
Cruise: 113 vs 140 kts.
Range: 938 vs 640 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Scout: 2 seats / 800 lb useful load.
182 Continental (early): 4 seats / 1,140 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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