Cessna 172RG Cutlass vs Cessna Ttx

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Spec / Model Cessna 172RG Cutlass Cessna TTx
Cessna 172RG Cutlass
View 25 listings →
Median $150,000
Cessna Ttx
View 18 listings →
Median $599,000
Price Range $55,000 – $225,991 $295,000 – $669,000
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 4 4
Horsepower 180 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 122 kts (226 km/h) 235 kts (435 km/h)
Range 640 nm (1,185 km) 1,250 nm (2,315 km)
Service Ceiling 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 878 lbs (398 kg)
Fuel Capacity 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 17.0 GPH (64 L/h)
TBO 2,000 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $36,000
Annual Fixed $25,000
Hourly Variable $195
Engines 1 x 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna 172RG Cutlass

Cessna TTx

Fuel$94/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $64,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna 172RG Cutlass or Cessna Ttx?

Pick the 172RG Cutlass if…

  • Budget matters — from $55,000 vs $295,000, you save ~$240,000.
  • More inventory — 25 listings vs 18.

Pick the Ttx if…

  • Faster cruise — 235 kts vs 122 kts.
  • Longer range — 1250 nm vs 640 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2013 vs 1980.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna 172RG Cutlass or Cessna TTx?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 172RG Cutlass cruises at 122 kts with 640 nm range. The TTx cruises at 235 kts with 1,250 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 172RG Cutlass: from $99,950. Cessna TTx: from $664,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 172RG Cutlass and Cessna Ttx?
Cruise: 122 vs 235 kts. Range: 640 vs 1250 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Ttx: about $195/hr variable cost. 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?
172RG Cutlass: 4 seats / 878 lb useful load. Ttx: 4 seats. 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?
172RG Cutlass: 2,000-hour TBO. Ttx: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. 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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