Cessna 185A Aircraft
3 used Cessna 185A aircraft for sale · Used median asking $299,500 · updated 12 hours ago
Cessna 185A for Sale
Cessna 185A asking prices range from $150,000 to $354,000, with a median of $299,500.
$150,000
For Sale
Total Time
10,123
Reg#
ZS-CVI
South Africa
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Multiple sources
$299,500
For Sale
Total Time
9,524
Reg#
N969WM
US
Location
Little Rock, AR
Via Chad Crank
Multiple sources
Cessna 185A Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | 1961–1985 | 6 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,440 lbs (653 kg) | $140K – $378K | The 185 Skywagon is the high-power, high-payload Cessna taildragger — choose a later A185F for the most refined airframe and the IO-520 engine, or an earlier model for a lower entry price. If you need less power and a lower running cost, the lighter Cessna 180 Skywagon → covers the same utility role. | 22 |
| A185E | 1971–1985 | 6 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,440 lbs (653 kg) | — | An early Skywagon taildragger — a powerful six-seat bush and float single that holds its value strongly. | 2 |
| A185F | 1973–1985 | 6 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,440 lbs (653 kg) | $200K – $425K | The most numerous late Skywagon — a six-seat taildragger for serious bush and float work that holds its value strongly. | 19 |
| 185F | 1973–1985 | 6 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,440 lbs (653 kg) | $190K – $450K | A late Skywagon — a powerful six-seat taildragger for serious bush and float work that holds its value strongly. | 16 |
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How much does a Cessna 185A cost? Used 185A prices: $150K – $354K, average $267K (median $299K), across 3 priced of 3 active listings.
Cessna 185A Price Guide
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 185A
How much does a Cessna 185A cost?
Cessna 185A prices vary by year, condition, and installed avionics. Currently 3 aircraft are listed, starting from $150,000 with an average of $267,833. Browse listings above for current market prices.
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