Cessna 185E Aircraft
5 used Cessna 185E aircraft for sale · Used median asking $275,000 · updated 14 hours ago
Cessna 185E for Sale
Cessna 185E asking prices range from $185,000 to $335,000, with a median of $275,000.
Cessna 185E 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 185E cost? Used 185E prices: $185K – $335K, average $260K (median $275K), across 5 priced of 5 active listings.
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.