Cessna 210C Aircraft (Centurion)
The Cessna 210C is an early member of the 210 Centurion family — a retractable-gear high-wing single from the early 1960s, before the line grew to its later six-seat configuration. As an early Centurion, it offers retractable-gear speed and Cessna high-wing handling at the more affordable end of the 210 range. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna 210C Centurion listings currently on the market.
5 used Cessna 210C aircraft for sale · 4-seat · Reference price ~$110,000 ($65,000–$190,000) · updated 2 days ago
Cessna 210C Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 210C is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 160–215 kt (296–398 km/h), a range of 700–900 nm (1,296–1,667 km), and a useful load of 1,200–1,500 lbs (544–680 kg).
Cessna 210C for Sale
Cessna 210C asking prices range from $69,500 to $150,000, with a median of $109,900 (market reference $110,000).
Cessna 210C Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T210 | 1957–1979 | 6 | 193 kts (357 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,500 lbs (680 kg) | $205K – $329K | A turbocharged Centurion — a fast, six-seat retractable single for high-altitude cross-country travel. | 9 |
| 210 | 1960–1986 | 6 | 160 kts (296 km/h) | 700 nm (1,296 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $65K – $356K | Choose the standard 210 for the fastest six-seat normally aspirated single at the lowest entry price. Choose the T210 turbo for high-altitude and high-density-altitude performance. Choose the P210 for a pressurized cabin — a rare feature in a single-engine piston — for comfortable high-altitude flight. | 188 |
| 210B | 1961–1963 | 4 | 160 kts (296 km/h) | 700 nm (1,296 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $79K – $140K | An early-1960s Centurion — a retractable-gear high-wing single at the affordable end of the 210 range. | 5 |
| T210L | 1972–1976 | 6 | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $179K – $315K | A 1970s Turbo Centurion — a fast, six-seat retractable single for high-altitude cross-country travel at a more affordable point in the 210 range. | 13 |
| 210L | 1972–1976 | 6 | 164 kts (304 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | — | A 1970s six-seat retractable Centurion — a fast, capable high-wing single at a more affordable point in the 210 range. | 1 |
| T210M | 1977–1978 | 6 | 193 kts (357 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,500 lbs (680 kg) | $199K – $596K | A mid-1970s Turbo Centurion — a fast, six-seat retractable single for high-altitude cross-country travel. | 10 |
| 210M | 1977–1979 | 6 | 164 kts (304 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $149K – $339K | A mid-1970s six-seat retractable Centurion — a fast, capable high-wing single for cross-country travel. | 4 |
| P210 | 1978–1986 | 6 | 180 kts (333 km/h) | 850 nm (1,574 km) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | $180K – $420K | A pressurised Centurion — a fast pressurised single-engine piston for high-altitude, owner-flown travel above most weather. | 12 |
| P210 Silver Eagle | 1978–1985 | 6 | 215 kts (398 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,300 lbs (590 kg) | $695K – $975K | Choose the P210 Silver Eagle for pressurized, turbine-single reliability and altitude at far lower cost than a factory turboprop single. | 10 |
| P210N | 1978–1983 | 6 | 198 kts (367 km/h) | 850 nm (1,574 km) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | $149K – $695K | The pressurised, normally aspirated-cabin Centurion of the late 1970s and 1980s — a fast pressurised single for high-altitude, owner-flown travel. | 29 |
| T210N | 1979–1986 | 6 | 193 kts (357 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $249K – $415K | The turbocharged Centurion of the late 1970s and 1980s — a fast, six-seat retractable single for high-altitude cross-country travel. | 21 |
| 210N | 1979–1986 | 6 | 164 kts (304 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | $200K – $360K | A late six-seat retractable Centurion — a fast, capable high-wing single for cross-country travel. | 3 |
| P210R | 1982–1986 | 6 | 213 kts (394 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | $425K – $530K | The final, most-refined pressurised Centurion — a fast pressurised single for high-altitude owner-flown travel. | 3 |
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Browse all Cessna models →Cessna 210C Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 210C cost? Used 210C prices: $69K – $150K, average $111K (median $109K); market reference $110K, 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.
The 210C's IO-470 operating costs are identical to the 210B - lower overhaul cost than the IO-520, moderate fuel burn, and retractable-gear maintenance. Vintage-airframe reconditioning at purchase is the primary budget variable specific to this generation. Ongoing costs after reconditioning are consistent with the IO-470 Centurion fleet.
Buying a Used Cessna 210C
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Cessna 210C Inventory by Country
| United States | 5 |
Cessna 210C Inventory by State
| California | 26 |
| Texas | 17 |
| Oklahoma | 15 |
| Florida | 12 |
| Arizona | 6 |
| Nevada | 5 |
| Illinois | 4 |
| Wyoming | 3 |
| Indiana | 3 |
| Louisiana | 3 |
| Minnesota | 3 |
| Montana | 3 |
Cessna 210C by Price
| Under $100k | 15 |
| Under $200k | 51 |
| Under $300k | 103 |
| Under $500k | 135 |
Cessna 210C by Decade
| 1960s | 5 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 27 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 11 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 210C Safety Record
Across all 210C variants, 14 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1983–2022. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
14
Total Events
10
Incidents
1
Serious
2
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2022 | Shelby, MI | Fatal (2) | The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to commence the flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted… |
| Jul 21, 2018 | Blum, TX | Incident | The pilot's excessive leaning of the fuel mixture, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to … |
| Oct 07, 2007 | Columbus, OH | Incident | The hydraulic system pump leak which resulted in the failure of the emergency landing gear system to extend and lock the… |
| Oct 19, 2005 | Kankakee, IL | Incident | A hydraulic line leak causing a loss of hydraulic fluid and subsequent failure of the hydraulic system. An additional c… |
| Oct 21, 2002 | Riverside, CA | Serious | the pilot's failure to position the fuel selector to the tank containing fuel resulting in a loss of engine power due to… |
NTSB records 1983–2022. Includes all Cessna 210C variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.