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1974 Cessna 172M

1974 Cessna 172M

Single Engine Piston

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Total Time 6,500 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 17263147
Reg # N4397R
Engine LYCOMING O-320-E2D
Cruise 122 kts (226 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ⚠ High time

Listing Details

Seller reported
Year
1974
Make
Cessna
Model
172M
Total Time
6,500 hr
Seller
Airplane Sim Solutions
Source
trade-a-plane.com
Cessna 172M - Available for Lease Well-maintained Cessna 172M available for lease. This aircraft has just completed a fresh annual inspection and is ready for operation. Featuring low total airframe time and an even lower-time engine, this aircraft offers excellent reliability and value for flight training. The airplane is equipped with quality VFR/IFR avionics, making it an ideal platform for instrument training and time building. Highlights: -Fresh annual inspection completed -Low airframe time -Low-time engine -VFR/IFR training capable avionics -Excellent paint condition -Clean, well-maintained interior -Ideal for flight schools Lease Structure: -Dry Lease. The aircraft owner will remain responsible for engine and propeller overhauls. The lessee will be responsible for all other required inspections, maintenance, and operational expenses associated with the aircraft during the lease term.

Cessna 172M — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
122 kts (226 km/h)
Max Speed
127 kts (235 km/h)
Range
580 nm (1,074 km)
Ceiling
13,000 ft (3,962 m)
Max Weight
2,300 lbs (1,043 kg)
Useful Load
900 lbs (408 kg)
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel Capacity
43 gal (163 L)
Fuel Burn
8.5 GPH (32 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

Fuel Burn
8.5 GPH
~$55/hr
Variable Cost
$130/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the . Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

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About the Cessna 172M

The Cessna 172M Skyhawk (1973-1976) is a clean O-320-E2D 150-hp Skyhawk - the mid-1970s classic without the H2AD engine AD of the later 172N.

Produced 1973–1976.

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