Cessna 152 vs Ercoupe 415-D
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 152
- For sale now
- 59
- Median asking
- $70,000
- Range
- $45,545–$117,000
- Model years available
- 1977–1983
Ercoupe 415-D
No active listings right now.
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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 152 | Ercoupe 415-D |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 2435 | 7 |
| Serious | 130 | 3 |
| Fatal | 255 | 2 |
| Fatalities | 386 | 3 |
| % Fatal | 10% | 29% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 152 | Ercoupe 415-D |
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| Price Range | $45,545 – $117,000 | $34,950 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 100 kts (185 km/h) | 90 kts (167 km/h) |
| Range | 415 nm (769 km) | 300 nm (556 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 14,700 ft (4,481 m) | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,670 lbs (758 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 528 lbs (240 kg) | 500 lbs (227 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal (98 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 6.1 GPH (23 L/h) | 5.0 GPH (19 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,400 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $22,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $15,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $100 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 152
Fuel$34/hr
Variable$100/hr
Annual Fixed$15,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$35,000/yr
Ercoupe 415-D
Fuel$28/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 152 or Ercoupe 415-D?
Pick the 152 if…
- Faster cruise — 100 kts vs 90 kts.
- Longer range — 415 nm vs 300 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1977 vs 1949.
- More inventory — 60 listings vs 1.
Pick the 415-D if…
- Budget matters — from $34,950 vs $45,545, you save ~$10,595.
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 152 or Ercoupe 415-D?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 152 cruises at 100 kts with 415 nm range.
The 415-D cruises at 90 kts with 300 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 152: from $89,000.
Ercoupe 415-D: from $34,950.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 152 and Ercoupe 415-D?
152 engine: LYCOMING O-235 (110 hp).
415-D engine: Continental C75 (75 hp).
Cruise: 100 vs 90 kts.
Range: 415 vs 300 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
152: about $100/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?
152: 2 seats / 528 lb useful load.
415-D: 2 seats / 500 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?
152: 2,400-hour TBO, overhaul ~$22,000.
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 re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data