1978 CESSNA 340A NO LONGER LISTED
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$359,000
- Year
- 1978
- Make
- Cessna
- Model
- 340A
- Total Time
- 6,323 hr
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Seller
- Christian Pancake
- Source
- controller.com
Performance & Capacity
- Seats
- 6
- Cruise
- 195 kts
- Range
- 1,180 nm
- Useful Load
- 1,840 lbs
- Burn
- 28.0 gph
- Engines
- 2 · Reciprocating
- Power
- 310 hp
- MTOW
- 12,500 lbs
- ICAO Type
- C340
Manufacturer-published specs for the Cessna 340A model. Actual aircraft may vary by configuration / modifications.
Operating Cost (est.)
- Hourly Variable
- $320
- Annual Fixed
- $28,000
- Engine Overhaul
- $40,000
- TBO
- 1,500 hrs
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the Cessna 340A. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration.
Market price band
Cessna 340A typical:
$90,000 – $1,650,000
median $299,000
across 63 active listings
This listing at $359,000 is 20% above median.
Description
FlightRules
IFR
Based at
(GRR)
Description
This 1978 Cessna 340A is a turnkey, high-performance pressurized twin ready for its next owner. Powered by Continental TSIO-520 RAM VII engines and featuring Hartzell Super Scimitar propellers, this aircraft delivers exceptional reliability, power, and efficiency. The modern avionics suite includes an Aspen PFD-1000, Garmin GTN750 WAAS, ADS-B In/Out, and dual CGR-30P engine monitors, providing superior navigation, situational awareness, and safety. Certified FIKI (Flight Into Known Icing) and equipped with Cessna air conditioning, a 7th seat option, and a 1767 lb useful load, this 340A is built for comfort and capability. With meticulous maintenance history (TAS last ~10yrs), and a recent TAS Aviation annual completed in February 2025, this aircraft is ready to fly today!
Airframe
Total Time
6,323
Fuel Capacity Volume
183 gal
Engine 1
Engine 1 Make/Model
CONTINENTAL TSIO520NB
Engine 1 Horsepower
335 HP
Engine 1 Time
988 SMOH
Engine 1 TBO
1,600
Aftermarket Engine 1 STC
Yes
Engine 1 Turbocharged
Yes
Engine 1 Notes
RAM VII
Engine 2
Engine 2 Make/Model
CONTINENTAL TSIO520NB
Engine 2 Horsepower
335 HP
Engine 2 Time
208 SMOH
Engine 2 TBO
1,600
Aftermarket Engine 2 STC
Yes
Engine 2 Turbocharged
Yes
Engine 2 Notes
RAM VII
Props
Prop 1 Manufacturer
HARTZELL
Prop Notes
Super Scimitar Propellers
Modifications/Conversions
Vortex Generators
Yes
Avionics
Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model
ASPEN AVIONICS EFD1000 PRO PFD
SVT
Yes
Avionics/Radios
Aspen PFD-1000 with synthetic vision option
Garmin GTN750 WAAS with Charts option
GarminGTX330ES - ADS-B out (1090)
Garmin GDL-88 - ADS-B in, Bluetooth
Garmin GMA-340 Audio panel. PAX Stereo audio.
Electronics International CGR-30P dual recording engine monitors
Cessna 400 autopilot - flies enroute, ILS, GPS and LPV
Bendix/King Weather Radar (monochrome)
Additional Equipment
Pressurized
Yes
Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI)
Yes
A/C
Yes
Additional Equipment
1767 lb useful load
FIKI Certified
183 Gallon fuel capacity
Reiff Engine heaters
Cessna Air conditioning
New 100 Amp alternators, VR’s
Rosen Sun visors
7th seat option
Side glass done in 2016
Bruce’s Custom Covers (fuselage, cowl plugs, winter engine nacelles covers)
Redline Sidewinder tug ~$2k
Exterior
Exterior Notes
White base with gold and navy trim.
Interior
Number of Seats
6
Configuration
Passenger
Interior Notes
Tan interior with dark tan carpet.
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
TAS Annual completed Feb, 2025
Airworthy
Yes
About the Cessna 340A
The Cessna 340 is the only pressurized piston twin that Cessna produced with six seats and cabin-class comfort below the 414 — a twin-engine, pressurized, all-metal aircraft powered by two Continental TSIO-520-K/NB engines (285-310 HP each). Produced from 1972 to 1984 with over 1,287 built, the 340/340A cruises at 200 KTAS at FL200 with a pressurization differential of 3.8-4.2 psi. The 340 shares the 300-series wing and many systems with the unpressurized 310, but adds a pressurized fuselage that transforms the ownership experience.
The 340A (1976-1984) is the most desirable variant — it introduced the TSIO-520-NB engines (310 HP), improved pressurization, and eliminated the tip tanks in favor of integral wet wing fuel cells. Early 340s (1972-1975) retain the tip tanks and less powerful TSIO-520-K engines (285 HP).
Buying advice. All pressurized piston twin concerns apply. TSIO-520 engines require vigilant monitoring — check turbocharger bootstrap condition, exhaust system for cracks, and engine case for through-bolt corrosion. Pressurization system integrity (cabin outflow valve, door seal, windshield seal) must be verified during a pressure test. Wing spar carry-through corrosion is a known issue. RAM Series IV/VII engine conversions (TSIO-520-EB, 310-335 HP) are popular upgrades that improve performance and value.
Market. Cessna 340: $80,000-$140,000. 340A: $100,000-$220,000. RAM-converted 340A with modern avionics: $150,000-$300,000. A Cessna 340 for sale offers the most affordable pressurized twin-engine aircraft available — a legitimate IFR cross-country machine.
Produced 1976–1984.