Cessna 337B Aircraft 1960s

Pre-1980 piston twins are largely 1960s-70s vintage workhorses — Cessna 310, original Baron 55/58, Piper Apache/Aztec/Twin Comanche. Engines are typically on second or third overhaul; avionics typically replaced; pressurised variants (rare in this era) need pressure-vessel inspection. These are demanding aircraft to own well; budget for both engines on potentially divergent overhaul cycles, mandate-upgrade investment if not already complete, and corrosion-prone-area inspection.

← Cessna 337 family

The Cessna 337B is an early Skymaster (1967-1968) — the centerline-thrust push-pull twin with one engine in the nose and one in the tail, removing the asymmetric-thrust danger that makes conventional twins demanding. It cruises around 170 kt on two 210-hp Continental IO-360 engines. The buy case is twin redundancy with easier engine-out handling; the trade-off is the rear engine's cooling and the model's need for diligent maintenance.

Cessna 337B aircraft for sale

4 used Cessna 337B aircraft for sale 1960s · 6-seat · Reference price ~$95,000 ($55,000–$170,000) · updated 2 days ago

Cessna 337B Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna 337B is a 6-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 170–185 kt (315–343 km/h), a range of 900–1,000 nm (1,667–1,852 km), and a useful load of 1,400 lbs (635 kg).

Performance
Cruise170–185 kt (315–343 km/h)
Max Speed175–193 kt (324–357 km/h)
Range900–1,000 nm (1,667–1,852 km)
Service Ceiling19,500–26,000 ft (5,944–7,925 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineCONTINENTAL IO-360-C
Horsepower210–225 HP
Fuel Capacity90.0 gal (341 L)
Fuel Burn18.0–22.0 GPH (68–83 L/h)
TBO1,400–1,500 hrs
ICAO TypeC337
Weights & Seats
Seats6
Max Gross Weight4,400–4,700 lbs (1,996–2,132 kg)
Useful Load1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Production1967–1968

Cessna 337B for Sale

Cessna 337B asking prices range from $89,500 to $129,500, with a median of $95,000 (market reference $95,000).

1967 Cessna 337B

1967 Cessna 337B for sale
$89,500
For Sale
Total Time 1,900
Reg# N5475S US
Location Greenville, SC
Via Skymaster International LLC

1967 Cessna 337B

1967 Cessna 337B for sale
$95,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,523
Reg# N52575 US
Location Oklahoma City, OK
Via Commodore Aerospace Corp

1966 Cessna 337B

1966 Cessna 337B for sale
$129,500
For Sale
Total Time 2,310
Reg# N5478S US
Location Summer shade, KY
Via Calvin Wiley
Listed 1mo ago

1966 Cessna 337B

1966 Cessna 337B for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 3,080
Reg# N5446S US
Location Midland, VA
Via Skyworld Aviation

Cessna 337B Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
337 1965–1980 6 170 kts (315 km/h) 900 nm (1,667 km) 1,400 lbs (635 kg) $99K – $160K A unique push-pull centerline-thrust twin — for a buyer who wants twin redundancy with far easier engine-out handling than a conventional twin. 8
337G 1973–1976 6 175 kts (324 km/h) 900 nm (1,667 km) 1,400 lbs (635 kg) $110K – $174K A late push-pull centerline-thrust twin — for a buyer who wants twin redundancy with far easier engine-out handling than a conventional twin. 5
P337H 1979–1984 6 185 kts (343 km/h) 1,000 nm (1,852 km) 1,400 lbs (635 kg) — A pressurised push-pull centerline-thrust twin — for a buyer who wants a pressurised cabin with the Skymaster's easier engine-out handling. 1

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Cessna 337B Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna 337B cost? Used 337B prices: $89K – $129K, average $104K (median $95K); market reference $95K, across 3 priced of 4 active listings.

Cessna 337B 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.

Cessna 337B Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (18.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$11,160/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$25,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$260/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 1,500 hrs)$25,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

The 337B's two Continental IO-360 engines burn approximately 22 gph combined - twin-engine cost at light-twin fuel burn. The annual covers both engines and the aft (pusher) engine's installation and cooling, roughly doubling engine-related inspection cost versus a single. IO-360 parts are available and well-supported, and the retractable gear adds a system inspection. As an early (1967-1968) Skymaster, corrosion and systems condition on the vintage airframe are pre-buy priorities. Two-engine operating cost is the premium for the centerline-thrust safety benefit.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Cessna 337B

Buying a Cessna 337B comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The Cessna 337B Skymaster (1965-1966) is a six-seat, retractable-gear push-pull piston twin - two 210-hp Continental IO-360 engines mounted in-line (one tractor, one pusher) on a twin-boom airframe, cruising around 170 knots. The centerline-thrust layout means no asymmetric handling if an engine fails, the feature that defines the Skymaster and its unusual place in the twin market.

Centerline thrust. With both engines on the centerline, an engine failure produces no yaw or Vmc rolloff - a genuine safety and training advantage over conventional wing-mounted twins. The trade-off is the rear (pusher) engine's tendency to run hotter and be harder to cool, so rear-engine cylinder and CHT history is a specific pre-buy item.

Twin capability, unusual airframe. The 337B offers twin-engine redundancy, six seats, and useful load in a distinctive twin-boom package. Parts and specialist support are narrower than for mainstream twins, and the rear-engine cooling plus retractable gear and complex systems mean higher maintenance than a single.

Pre-buy focus. Rear-engine cooling and cylinder history, both engines' condition, the retractable-gear system, corrosion in the twin booms, and completeness of maintenance records are the primary items. A Skymaster is bought on systems condition, not the low twin acquisition price.

Buy it if you want twin-engine redundancy without conventional-twin asymmetric handling - understanding the Skymaster is a specialist aircraft with narrower support and specific rear-engine cooling attention.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 337B

What is the Cessna 337B Skymaster?
The 337B is a member of the 337 Skymaster family — a centerline-thrust twin with one engine in the nose and one in the tail on twin booms, so the engines are on the centerline rather than the wings.
What is special about the Skymaster's layout?
Because the engines are on the centerline rather than the wings, the Skymaster avoids the asymmetric-thrust handling of a conventional twin when one engine fails, which makes engine-out handling far easier.
How much does a Cessna 337B cost?
Used 337B prices vary with engine times and avionics. See the live price range and median above.
What engines does the Cessna 337B use?
Two Continental piston engines in a push-pull centerline arrangement — one tractor engine in the nose and one pusher engine in the tail.
How many seats does the Cessna 337B have?
Typically four to six, depending on the interior configuration.
Is the Cessna 337 a good twin?
Its centerline-thrust layout makes engine-out handling far easier than a conventional twin, though the rear engine's cooling and maintenance need attention. Condition and engine times drive value and safety.
Is the Cessna 337B still in production?
No — Skymaster production ended decades ago. The 337 is supported by a used fleet and parts network for owner-flown and utility use.

Cessna 337B Inventory by Country

United States4

Cessna 337B Inventory by State

Florida3
California2
South Carolina2

Cessna 337B by Price

Under $100k3
Under $200k19
Under $300k19
Under $500k20

Cessna 337B Safety Record

Across all 337B variants, 13 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2004. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

13

Total Events

6

Incidents

2

Serious

5

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Nov 16, 2004 Drake, AZ Fatal (3) the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed above stall speed while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an accel…
Sep 24, 2001 St. George, UT Fatal (1) total loss of engine power on both engines due to fuel starvation and the pilot's inability to access the available fuel…
Jul 11, 1999 SELDOVIA, AK Serious The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and subsequent fuel exhaustion.
May 17, 1998 MONTGOMERY, NY Fatal (1) the pilot's improper decision to initiate a takeoff with the rear engine inoperative, which resulted in an airplane that…
Aug 25, 1997 WARREN TOWNSHIP, NJ Fatal (1) the pilot's loss of control in flight for undetermined reasons and the subsequent collision with terrain.

NTSB records 1982–2004. Includes all Cessna 337B variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

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