Cessna 210 vs Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna 210
- For sale now
- 177
- Median asking
- $249,750
- Range
- $90,200–$695,000
- Model years available
- 1960–2021
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
- For sale now
- 25
- Median asking
- $279,000
- Range
- $187,720–$395,100
- Model years available
- 2007–2025
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 210 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 IO-470 (260hp) | 1960–1963 | IO-470-E | 2900 | 160 | 700 | 30 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 49 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 58 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 59 |
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|
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 210 | Cubcrafters Carbon Cub |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 819 | 1 |
| Serious | 64 | 0 |
| Fatal | 192 | 0 |
| Fatalities | 413 | 0 |
| % Fatal | 23% | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 210 | Cubcrafters Carbon Cub |
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| Price Range | $90,200 – $695,000 | $187,720 – $395,100 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 260–325 HP | 180 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) | 96 kts (178 km/h) |
| Range | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 390 nm (722 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) | 1,320 lbs (599 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | 865 lbs (392 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.0 gal (341 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 7.0 GPH (26 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $175 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 210
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
Fuel$38/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 210 or Cubcrafters Carbon Cub?
Pick the 210 if…
- Budget matters — from $90,200 vs $187,720, you save ~$97,520.
- More seats — 6 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 160 kts vs 96 kts.
- Longer range — 700 nm vs 390 nm.
- More inventory — 29 listings vs 3.
Pick the Carbon Cub if…
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 210 or Cubcrafters Carbon Cub?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
The Carbon Cub cruises at 96 kts with 390 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 210: from $159,000.
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub: from $329,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 210 and Cubcrafters Carbon Cub?
210 engine: CONTINENTAL IO-470-E (260 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 2.
Cruise: 160 vs 96 kts.
Range: 700 vs 390 nm.
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.
Carbon Cub: 2 seats / 865 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.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data