Cessna 210 vs Piper Arrow
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 210
- For sale now
- 177
- Median asking
- $249,750
- Range
- $90,200–$695,000
- Model years available
- 1960–2021
Piper Arrow
- For sale now
- 196
- Median asking
- $134,945
- Range
- $79,053–$243,250
- Model years available
- 1967–2015
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 | 29 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 48 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 58 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 56 |
Piper Arrow — 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 | Piper Arrow |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 819 | — |
| Serious | 64 | — |
| Fatal | 192 | — |
| Fatalities | 413 | — |
| % Fatal | 23% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 210 | Piper Arrow |
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| Price Range | $90,200 – $695,000 | $79,053 – $243,250 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 260–325 HP | 200 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) | 135 kts (250 km/h) |
| Range | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 720 nm (1,333 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) | 15,400 ft (4,694 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | 940 lbs (426 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.0 gal (341 L) | 72.0 gal (273 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 10.5 GPH (40 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $18,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $175 | $145 |
| 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
Piper Arrow
Fuel$58/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$47,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 210 or Piper Arrow?
Pick the 210 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 160 kts vs 135 kts.
Pick the Arrow if…
- Budget matters — from $79,053 vs $90,200, you save ~$11,147.
- Lower operating cost — ~$145/hr vs $175/hr.
- Longer range — 720 nm vs 700 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1967 vs 1960.
- More inventory — 218 listings vs 28.
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 Piper Arrow?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts with 720 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 210: from $159,000.
Piper Arrow: from $119,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 210 and Piper Arrow?
210 engine: CONTINENTAL IO-470-E (260 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 4.
Cruise: 160 vs 135 kts.
Range: 700 vs 720 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210: about $175/hr variable cost.
Arrow: about $145/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.
Arrow: 4 seats / 940 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.
Arrow: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
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