Cubcrafters Aircraft
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About Cubcrafters Aircraft Company
CubCrafters reinvented the classic Piper Cub for the modern backcountry era — light, powerful, STOL taildraggers with composite and modern-metal construction, big tyres and short-field performance that the original Cub never had. The **Carbon Cub** (in LSA, Sport and EX kit forms) is the hero — a sub-1,000-lb-empty, ~180 hp two-seater with eye-watering short-field numbers. The **XCub** is the larger, certified, higher-useful-load flagship; the **NXCub** adds a nosewheel (tricycle) option to the XCub line. CubCrafters are the benchmark for modern bush flying. There are currently 64 used CubCrafters aircraft for sale.
Cubcrafters Aircraft for Sale
Cubcrafters Aircraft Price & Cost
How much does a Cubcrafters aircraft cost? Current pricing for used Cubcrafters aircraft is broken down per model in the table below — covering acquisition price, hourly operating cost and overhaul cost.
| Model | Used price range | Op cost / hr | Annual fixed | Overhaul cost | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Engine Piston | |||||
| $419,900–$525,000 | $120 | $16,000/yr | $28,000 | 6 | |
The cost of a Cubcrafters aircraft depends on model, year, hours flown, avionics and condition. See operating costs and pre-buy checklist in the About section, or open a specific model page for a detailed price guide.
Cubcrafters Models — Specifications
Model spec| Model | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | ||||||
| 2020–now | 2 | 126 kt | 520 nm (963 km) | 800 lbs (363 kg) | 6 | |
Cubcrafters Models
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cubcrafters
CubCrafters XCub vs Carbon Cub — what is the difference?
The XCub is a FAA Part 23 type-certified aircraft (standard airworthiness certificate, easier to finance and insure, higher resale value). The Carbon Cub is an experimental/amateur-built kit (lighter, more customizable, requires builder involvement). Performance is similar, but the Carbon Cub has approximately 50% fewer parts and weighs 300+ pounds less than a comparably equipped Super Cub. The XCub cruises faster (150 mph), has a higher useful load (nearly 1,000 lbs), and features modern pushrod ailerons. Choose the XCub for certified simplicity; the Carbon Cub for ultimate lightweight performance.
How much does a CubCrafters XCub cost?
A new CubCrafters XCub starts at approximately $350,000-$400,000 depending on configuration and options. The Carbon Cub FX-3 kit starts around $230,000 for the complete kit, with finished flying examples costing $280,000-$350,000. Used XCubs hold value extremely well due to limited annual production and high demand. CubCrafters has a growing waitlist. On AeroGurus, CubCrafters listings average approximately $349,500.
Is the CubCrafters XCub good for backcountry flying?
The XCub was specifically designed for backcountry flying and excels at it. Key capabilities: takeoff in under 200 feet with tundra tires, climb rate over 1,100 FPM, ability to operate from rough unprepared strips, and a useful load of nearly 1,000 pounds (enough for camping gear plus passengers). The XCub can take off and land in patches that seem accessible only to helicopters. Combined with a 150 mph cruise for getting to and from the backcountry, it is arguably the best-certified bush plane available new today.
CubCrafters vs Piper Super Cub — which bush plane is better?
CubCrafters took the fundamentally sound Piper Super Cub design and reinvented it with modern materials and engineering. The Carbon Cub has 50% fewer parts, weighs 300+ pounds less, and climbs at 2,100 FPM vs approximately 700 FPM for a Super Cub. The XCub adds 180hp, modern avionics, and FAA certification. The original Piper Super Cub (out of production since 1994) remains a classic with a huge aftermarket, lower acquisition cost ($60,000-$150,000 used), and romantic heritage. For raw performance, CubCrafters wins. For budget and nostalgia, the Super Cub endures.
Cubcrafters Inventory by Country
| United States | 58 |
| Canada | 3 |
Recently Sold Cubcrafters
| 2017 CARBON CUB FX-2 | $279,000 |
| 2023 Carbon Cub FX-3 | $409,000 |
| 2025 CARBON CUB EX2.5 | $295,000 |
| 2009 CC11-160 CARBON CUB SS | $192,500 |
| 2018 FX-3 | $329,000 |