Piper Cherokee Six vs Cessna 182

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Spec / Model Piper Cherokee Six Cessna 182
Piper Cherokee Six
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Median $192,500
Cessna 182
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Median $216,681
Price Range $79,000 – $495,000 $14,500 – $875,000
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 7 4
Horsepower 300 HP 230 HP
Cruise Speed 145 kts (269 km/h) 140 kts (259 km/h)
Range 800 nm (1,482 km) 915 nm (1,695 km)
Service Ceiling 16,250 ft (4,953 m) 18,100 ft (5,517 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg) 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg)
Useful Load 1,510 lbs (685 kg) 1,110 lbs (503 kg)
Fuel Capacity 84.0 gal (318 L) 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) 12.5 GPH (47 L/h)
TBO 2,000 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $32,000 $32,000
Annual Fixed $20,000 $20,000
Hourly Variable $150 $160
Engines 1 x Piston 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Piper Cherokee Six

Fuel$77/hr
Variable$150/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $50,000/yr

Cessna 182

Fuel$69/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $52,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Piper Cherokee Six or Cessna 182?

Pick the Cherokee Six if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$150/hr vs $160/hr.
  • More seats — 7 vs 4.
  • Faster cruise — 145 kts vs 140 kts.
  • Newer design — production from 1965 vs 1956.

Pick the 182 if…

  • Budget matters — from $14,500 vs $79,000, you save ~$64,500.
  • Longer range — 915 nm vs 800 nm.
  • More inventory — 502 listings vs 48.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Piper Cherokee Six or Cessna 182?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Cherokee Six cruises at 145 kts with 800 nm range. The 182 cruises at 140 kts with 915 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Cherokee Six: from $244,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Cherokee Six and Cessna 182?
182 engine: Continental O-470-L (230 hp). Seats: 7 vs 4. Cruise: 145 vs 140 kts. Range: 800 vs 915 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Cherokee Six: about $150/hr variable cost. 182: about $160/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?
Cherokee Six: 7 seats / 1,510 lb useful load. 182: 4 seats / 1,110 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?
Cherokee Six: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000. 182: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000. 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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