Aviat Husky vs Cubcrafters XCub
The XCub (larger, faster, higher-payload CubCrafters) and Aviat Husky compare two premium bush machines, the XCub with more speed/payload.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
No active listings right now.
- For sale now
- 16
- Median asking
- $449,900
- Range
- $324,270–$561,930
- Model years available
- 2016–2024
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Aviat Husky | Cubcrafters XCub |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 7 | — |
| Serious | 1 | — |
| Fatal | 0 | — |
| Fatalities | 0 | — |
| % Fatal | 0% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Aviat Husky | Cubcrafters Xcub |
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| Price Range | — | $324,270 – $561,930 |
| Category | — | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 180 HP | 215 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 113 kts (209 km/h) | 126 kts (233 km/h) |
| Range | 766 nm (1,419 km) | 700 nm (1,296 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg) |
| Useful Load | 925 lbs (420 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 8.0 GPH (30 L/h) | 9.0 GPH (34 L/h) |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Aviat Husky or Cubcrafters XCub?
Bottom line: Choose the XCub for more payload, range and cruise in a premium modern bush aircraft; choose the Husky for lower cost and proven all-round utility. XCub = payload/speed; Husky = value/proven.
Pick the Husky if…
- Longer range — 766 nm vs 700 nm.
Pick the XCub if…
- Faster cruise — 126 kts vs 113 kts.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.