Cessna R172 Hawk XP Aircraft in Texas

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The Cessna R172 Hawk XP is the high-performance 172 — a fuel-injected 195-hp Continental IO-360 variant that climbs and cruises noticeably better than the standard Lycoming-powered Skyhawk. The extra power makes it a stronger short-field, float and high-density-altitude performer while keeping the 172's forgiving handling. The trade-off is a thirstier engine and a smaller used fleet than the standard 172, so the buy case is wanting 172 manners with more muscle — not the cheapest hours.

Cessna R172 Hawk XP aircraft for sale

2 used Cessna R172 Hawk XP aircraft for sale in Texas · 4-seat · Used median asking $154,000 · updated 17 hours ago

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna R172 Hawk XP is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 114–140 kt (211–259 km/h), a range of 518–720 nm (959–1,333 km), and a useful load of 850–1,010 lbs (386–458 kg).

Performance
Cruise114–140 kt (211–259 km/h)
Max Speed120–145 kt (222–269 km/h)
Range518–720 nm (959–1,333 km)
Service Ceiling13,000–17,000 ft (3,962–5,182 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineCONTINENTAL IO-360-KB
Horsepower145–195 HP
Fuel Capacity36.0–66.0 gal (136–250 L)
Fuel Burn8.0–11.0 GPH (30–42 L/h)
TBO1,400–2,000 hrs
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight2,300–2,650 lbs (1,043–1,202 kg)
Useful Load850–1,010 lbs (386–458 kg)
Production1977–1983

Cessna R172 Hawk XP for Sale

Cessna R172 Hawk XP asking prices range from $93,111 to $255,000, with a median of $154,000 (market reference $135,000).

1976 Cessna R172 Hawk XP

1976 Cessna R172 Hawk XP for sale below typical asking range
$139,950
For Sale
Total Time 3,046
Reg# N1246V US
Location Stephenville, TX
Via Jeremy Gifford
Listed 1mo ago

1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP

1977 Cessna R172 Hawk XP for sale above typical asking range
$170,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,155
Reg# N736PK US
Location League City, TX
Listed 3mo ago

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
172 1956–now 4 118 kts (219 km/h) 518 nm (959 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) $18K – $395K Choose the fixed-gear 172 for the most affordable, best-supported and easiest-to-insure four-seat single — the standard trainer and touring aircraft worldwide. Choose the 172RG Cutlass for retractable-gear speed and complex-aircraft time-building. Choose the R172 Hawk XP for extra power and useful load over the standard 172. 15
172G 1966–1966 4 114 kts (211 km/h) 575 nm (1,065 km) 850 lbs (386 kg) — Choose the 172G for the lowest-cost entry into the Skyhawk family, accepting the O-300's narrower support for classic character. 3
172K 1969–1971 4 115 kts (213 km/h) 580 nm (1,074 km) 850 lbs (386 kg) $62K – $204K Choose the 172K for an affordable early Lycoming Skyhawk with the clean O-320-E2D engine and the large 172 support network. 14
172L 1971–1972 4 122 kts (226 km/h) 640 nm (1,185 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) $79K – $179K An early-1970s Skyhawk — an affordable, well-supported four-seat high-wing trainer and tourer. 11
172M 1973–1976 4 122 kts (226 km/h) 580 nm (1,074 km) 900 lbs (408 kg) — Choose the 172M for a clean O-320-E2D Skyhawk without the 172N's early-engine AD complications, at lower cost than the youngest 172P. 3
172N 1976–1980 4 122 kts (226 km/h) 640 nm (1,185 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) — A late-1970s Skyhawk — a high-volume, low-cost four-seat trainer and tourer that is one of the most common used 172s. 1
172RG 1980–1985 4 140 kts (259 km/h) 720 nm (1,333 km) 950 lbs (431 kg) $55K – $222K Buy the 172RG Cutlass if you want an affordable complex single for the retractable and complex endorsement or for time-building. Consider a fixed-gear 172 if you want the lowest maintenance and insurance, or a 182 if straightforward cross-country hauling matters more than complex-aircraft experience. 28
172P 1981–1985 4 122 kts (226 km/h) 640 nm (1,185 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) $102K – $324K A common early-1980s Skyhawk — a low-cost, well-supported four-seat high-wing trainer and tourer. 15
172R 1996–2007 4 120 kts (222 km/h) 520 nm (963 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) $169K – $240K A modern fuel-injected Skyhawk — a four-seat high-wing trainer and tourer just below the 172S in the current-generation line. 10
172S 1998–now 4 124 kts (230 km/h) 518 nm (959 km) 878 lbs (398 kg) $207K – $539K The current-production, fuel-injected Skyhawk — the newest four-seat high-wing trainer to buy if you want a glass-panel, in-production 172. 25

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Cessna R172 Hawk XP Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna R172 Hawk XP cost? Used R172 Hawk XP prices: $93K – $255K, average $154K (median $154K); market reference $135K, across 26 priced of 2 active listings.

Cessna R172 Hawk XP 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 R172 Hawk XP Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (11.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$6,820/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$18,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$145/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 1,500 hrs)$32,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

The Hawk XP's cost is its 195-hp Continental IO-360 — a thirstier, higher-output engine than the standard 172, so engine time and a smaller used-fleet and parts picture drive value. You pay more to run than a plain 172 in exchange for the extra climb and short-field punch.

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Value by Model Year

Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.

$590K $389K $188K
$230K
$215K
$188K
$200K
$292K
$310K
$325K
$315K
$590K
’97
’99
’01
’06
’19

Lowest around $188,475 (1999 models) · highest around $589,500 (2019). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.

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

Buying a Used Cessna R172 Hawk XP

Buying a Cessna R172 Hawk XP comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The R172K Hawk XP is a higher-powered 172 variant — a fuel-injected Continental IO-360-K producing approximately 195 hp (a 210 hp engine derated), versus the standard 172's 160 hp Lycoming O-320 — in the same fixed-gear, high-wing airframe. Produced from the late 1970s into the early 1980s, it was aimed at flying clubs and operators who wanted meaningful performance gains without retractable gear.

Not a retractable — important clarification: Despite the "R" prefix, the R172K has fixed gear. In other Cessna models (R182 Skylane RG, 172RG Cutlass), "R"/"RG" denotes retractable gear — but on the R172K, "R" designates the variant series, not the gear configuration. Buyers expecting retractable gear should look at the separate Cessna 172RG Cutlass.

Continental IO-360 versus Lycoming O-320: The Hawk XP's fuel-injected IO-360 produces roughly 35 hp more than the standard 172's carburetted O-320. In practice this means better climb, better cruise, and more useful load — meaningful from shorter strips or at higher density altitude. Fuel injection also eliminates carburettor-ice concerns. Confirm cylinder health, fuel-injection system condition, and engine time at pre-buy.

Parts and availability: The R172K is a shorter-production variant of the 172 family. While the 172 airframe has universal support, the IO-360-K installation is specific; confirm your maintenance base has experience with this engine variant.

Buy it if: you want a high-wing fixed-gear aircraft with more climb and cruise than the standard 172, without the complexity and cost of retractable gear. The Hawk XP delivers the 172's airframe familiarity with meaningfully more power.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna R172 Hawk XP

What is the Cessna R172 Hawk XP?
The Hawk XP is the high-performance 172 — a fuel-injected 195-hp Continental IO-360 variant that climbs and cruises noticeably better than the standard Lycoming-powered Skyhawk, while keeping the 172's forgiving handling.
How is the Hawk XP different from a standard 172?
The extra power gives stronger climb, short-field and high-density-altitude performance and makes it a capable floatplane. The trade-offs are a thirstier engine, higher running cost and a smaller used fleet than the standard 172.
What should I check before buying an R172 Hawk XP?
Focus on the Continental IO-360 engine time and history, corrosion on the high-wing airframe, any float or STC equipment, and complete logbooks — the engine and float setup drive value most.
Is the Hawk XP good on floats?
Yes — the extra power makes it a popular floatplane and short-field performer where a standard 172 is marginal. Float-equipped examples command a premium and carry their own inspection items.

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Inventory by Country

United States22
Germany1
Spain1
Hungary1
Canada1
Italy1

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Inventory by State

California54
Florida34
Texas20
South Carolina18
North Carolina14
Kentucky12
Colorado10
New York10
Georgia10
Washington10
Arizona9
Idaho8

Cessna R172 Hawk XP by Price

Under $100k131
Under $200k360
Under $300k403
Under $500k420

Cessna R172 Hawk XP by Decade

1970s2

Recently Sold Cessna R172 Hawk XP

1977 R172 Hawk XP$239,000
1977 R172 Hawk XP$149,950
1970 R172 Hawk XP$95,665

Cessna R172 Hawk XP Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna R172 Hawk XP. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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