Cessna 182H vs Cessna 210

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Cessna 182H

No active listings right now.

Cessna 210
For sale now
177
Median asking
$249,750
Range
$90,200–$695,000
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
56
Source marketplaces
17
Model years available
1960–2021

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

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.

Cessna 182H — 4 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale
182 Continental (early) 1956–1976 Continental O-470-L/R 2650 140 640 186
182 Continental (late) 1977–1986 Continental O-470-U 3100 142 700 74
T182 Turbo 1981–now Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A 3100 158 970 42
182 Lycoming 1997–now Lycoming IO-540-AB1A5 3100 145 930 134

Cessna 210 — 4 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale
210 IO-470 (260hp) 1960–1963 Continental IO-470-E 2900 160 700 24
210 IO-520 (NA) 1964–1986 Continental IO-520-A/L 3800 171 900 43
T210 Turbo 1966–1986 Continental TSIO-520-R 3800 193 950 57
P210 Pressurized 1978–1986 Continental TSIO-520-P 4000 200 1000 53

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Cessna 182HCessna 210
All events76819
Serious764
Fatal15192
Fatalities23413
% Fatal20%23%

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna 182H Cessna 210
Cessna 182H
View 6 listings →
Median $139,750
Cessna 210
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Median $249,750
Price Range $89,500 – $189,900 $90,200 – $695,000
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6
Horsepower 230–235 HP 260–325 HP
Cruise Speed 140–158 kts (293 km/h) 160–200 kts (370 km/h)
Range 640–970 nm (1,796 km) 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km)
Service Ceiling 17,300 ft (5,273 m)
Max Gross Weight 2650–3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Useful Load 1,310 lbs (594 kg)
Fuel Capacity 90.0 gal (341 L)
Fuel Burn 14.5 GPH (55 L/h)
TBO 1,700 hrs
Overhaul Cost $35,000
Annual Fixed $22,000
Hourly Variable $175
Engines 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna 182H

Cessna 210

Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $57,000/yr

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna 182H or Cessna 210?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 182H: from $120,000. Cessna 210: from $254,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 182H and Cessna 210?
210 engine: Continental (260 hp).
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210: about $175/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?
210: 6 seats / 1,310 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?
210: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000. 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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