North American T-6 Texan Aircraft

The North American T-6 Texan (RAF/Commonwealth **Harvard**, US Navy **SNJ**) is the classic radial-engined advanced trainer of WWII — and the most accessible and numerous North American warbird today. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney R-1340, it is a genuine warbird experience with the largest support, parts and community base of any in its class, making it the natural entry into warbird ownership, formation and airshow flying.

North American T-6 Texan aircraft for sale

18 used North American T-6 Texan aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Reference price ~$250,000 ($150,000–$450,000) · updated 10 hours ago

North American T-6 Texan Specifications

Model spec

The North American T-6 Texan is a 2-seat warbirds with a cruise speed of 126 kt (233 km/h), a range of 630 nm (1,167 km), and a useful load of 1,800 lbs (816 kg).

Performance
Cruise126 kt (233 km/h)
Max Speed181 kt (335 km/h)
Range630 nm (1,167 km)
Service Ceiling24,000 ft (7,315 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower600 HP
Fuel Burn40.0 GPH (151 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight5,617 lbs (2,548 kg)
Useful Load1,800 lbs (816 kg)

North American T-6 Texan for Sale

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North American T-6 Texan asking prices range from $159,900 to $355,000, with a median of $279,000 (market reference $250,000).

1940 North American AT-6

1940 North American AT-6 for sale
$159,900
For Sale
Total Time 2,985
Reg# N56737 US
Location Prineville, OR
Via Altivation Aircraft Sales

1952 North American Harvard 4

1952 North American Harvard 4 for sale
$164,500
For Sale
Total Time 7,595
Reg# N7553U US
Location Davidson, SK, Canada
Via Trent Dieno
Multiple sources
Listed 1mo ago

1952 North American AT-6G

1952 North American AT-6G for sale
$220,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,877
Reg# N257DB US
Location Dayton, OH
Via Wesley Davis
Multiple sources

1958 North American AT-6G

1958 North American AT-6G for sale
$249,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,150
Reg# N3173G US
Location Brandy Station, VA
Via Pelican Aircraft Consulting
Multiple sources

1942 North American SNJ 4

1942 North American SNJ 4 for sale
$255,000
Auction
Total Time 4,004
Reg# VH-NAG Australia
Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Via Platinum Fighter Sales
Multiple sources

1958 North American AT-6G

1958 North American AT-6G for sale
$259,000
For Sale
Total Time 8,628
Reg# N584M US
Location Rockford, IL
Via Courtesy Aircraft Sales
Multiple sources

1941 North American AT-6A

1941 North American AT-6A for sale
$279,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,301
Reg# N2073Y US
Location Rockford, IL
Via Courtesy Aircraft Sales
Multiple sources

1957 North American AT-6

1957 North American AT-6 for sale
$285,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,722
Reg# N6601C US
Location Punta Gorda, FL
Via David Nicholls
Listed 2mo ago

1943 North American T-6 TEXAN

1943 North American T-6 TEXAN for sale
$289,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,182
Reg# N8151 US
Location Goodland, KS
Via High Planes Aviation

North American AT-6C

North American AT-6C for sale
$295,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,140
Location Port Orange, FL
Via Greg Mcneely

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North American T-6 Texan Price & Cost

How much does a North American T-6 Texan cost? Used T-6 Texan prices: $159K – $355K, average $264K (median $279K); market reference $250K, across 11 priced of 18 active listings.

North American T-6 Texan 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.

North American T-6 Texan Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (40.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$24,800/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used North American T-6 Texan

Buying a North American T-6 Texan comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Variant — T-6/SNJ/Harvard sub-types (AT-6, SNJ-4/5/6, Harvard Mk II/IV); verify which and its provenance.
  • R-1340 radial — time since overhaul, cylinder/accessory status, oil consumption; parts access is good.
  • Airframe & corrosion — thorough structural and corrosion inspection on these 80-year-old airframes.
  • Restoration & logs — quality of restoration, originality and complete documentation.
  • Transition training & insurance — radial taildragger; confirm type training and insurability.

Frequently Asked Questions — North American T-6 Texan

Cost?
From $159,900 to $355,000, median $279,000 across 18 listings.
Is the T-6 a good first warbird?
Yes — it is the most accessible and best-supported North American

North American T-6 Texan Inventory by Country

United States1

North American T-6 Texan Inventory by State

Florida3
Illinois2

North American T-6 Texan by Price

Under $200k2
Under $300k10
Under $500k12

North American T-6 Texan by Decade

1950s10

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North American T-6 Texan Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the North American T-6 Texan. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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