Piper Cherokee 140 Aircraft in Germany
German-registered aircraft (D- prefix) operate under EASA certification with rigorous maintenance documentation requirements. Strong GA infrastructure around Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin. Diamond Aircraft (Austrian) and German pilot population create active market for modern composite singles.
The Cherokee 140 (PA-28-140) is the cheapest way into Piper ownership — the original 1964 entry-level Cherokee with a 140-150 hp Lycoming O-320. Two-plus-two seating (the rear is small) and a 110-knot cruise; widely used as a basic trainer and time-builder. Affordable, simple, but limited useful load with four people.
1 used Piper Cherokee 140 aircraft for sale in Germany · 4-seat · Used median asking $70,000 · Project from $1,200 · updated 19 hours ago
Piper Cherokee 140 Specifications
Model specThe Piper Cherokee 140 is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 115–143 kt (213–265 km/h), a range of 455–745 nm (843–1,380 km), and a useful load of 850–1,410 lbs (386–640 kg).
Piper Cherokee 140 for Sale
Piper Cherokee 140 asking prices range from $20,000 to $130,000, with a median of $70,000 (market reference $60,000).
Piper Cherokee 140 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee 180 | 1963–1975 | 4 | 124 kts (230 km/h) | 630 nm (1,167 km) | 1,055 lbs (479 kg) | $22K – $179K | Buy the Cherokee 180 if you want an inexpensive, capable four-seat Cherokee that can actually carry four people. Consider the Piper Archer if you prefer the later tapered wing and the option of a still-in-production airframe, or the Cherokee 140/160 to save money for lighter use. | 74 |
| Cherokee 235 | 1964–1975 | 4 | 130 kts (241 km/h) | 745 nm (1,380 km) | 1,410 lbs (640 kg) | $89K – $195K | Buy the Cherokee 235 if you want maximum load-hauling on a budget and don't mind the older constant-chord wing. Consider the tapered-wing Piper Dakota for cleaner handling and a bit more speed, or the six-seat Piper Cherokee Six if you need more than four seats. | 34 |
| Arrow | 1967–2014 | 4 | 135 kts (250 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 940 lbs (426 kg) | $44K – $232K | Buy the Arrow if you want a faster, complex-rated four-seater and the speed bump of retractable gear. Consider the Piper Archer if you would rather avoid the extra maintenance, insurance and gear inspections of a retractable, or the Turbo Arrow if you regularly fly high or in hot-and-high terrain. | 162 |
| Archer | — | 4 | 124 kts (230 km/h) | 703 nm (1,302 km) | 900 lbs (408 kg) | $3K – $554K | Buy the Archer if you want the best balance of cabin load, speed and running cost in a fixed-gear four-seater that is still supported and built new. Consider the Piper Warrior to save money on training, or the Piper Arrow if you want retractable gear and a complex rating. | 77 |
| Cadet | — | 2 | 115 kts (213 km/h) | 525 nm (972 km) | 850 lbs (386 kg) | — | Buy the Cadet if you want a low-cost, rugged PA-28 trainer and don't need rear seats. Consider a four-seat Piper Warrior or the modern Pilot 100i if you need to carry passengers or want updated avionics. | 2 |
| Cherokee 160 | — | 4 | 119 kts (220 km/h) | 474 nm (878 km) | 950 lbs (431 kg) | $47K – $109K | Buy the Cherokee 160 if you want a low-cost four-seat Cherokee with a bit more muscle than the 140. Consider the Cherokee 180 if you regularly carry four adults, or the Piper Warrior for the more modern tapered wing and gentler stall. | 8 |
| Dakota | — | 4 | 143 kts (265 km/h) | 650 nm (1,204 km) | 1,150 lbs (522 kg) | $125K – $249K | Buy the Dakota if you want the most power and useful load in a fixed-gear PA-28 and routinely fly with four people and bags. Consider the Piper Archer if you mostly fly one or two up and want lower fuel burn, or the retractable Piper Arrow if cruise speed matters more than cabin load. | 17 |
| Pilot 100i | — | 3 | 128 kts (237 km/h) | 522 nm (967 km) | 900 lbs (408 kg) | — | Buy the Pilot 100i if you want a new or nearly-new PA-28 trainer with modern Garmin glass and full factory support. Consider the in-production Piper Archer if you need a true four-seat owner aircraft, or a used Warrior to train at a much lower acquisition cost. | 2 |
| Warrior | — | 4 | 127 kts (235 km/h) | 640 nm (1,185 km) | 972 lbs (441 kg) | $34K – $178K | Buy the Warrior if you want the cheapest practical way to train and build hours in a stable, forgiving four-seater. Consider the Piper Archer if you need the extra 20-30 hp of the 180 engine for better climb and load when carrying four people and bags. | 59 |
Compare Piper Cherokee 140
See how the Piper Cherokee 140 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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How much does a Piper Cherokee 140 cost? Used Cherokee 140 prices: $20K – $130K, average $70K (median $70K); market reference $60K, across 98 priced of 1 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.
Piper Cherokee 140 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.
Lowest around $155,000 (2001 models) · highest around $491,000 (2023). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Piper Cherokee 140
Buying a Piper Cherokee 140 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Piper Cherokee 140 Inventory by Country
| United States | 95 |
| United Kingdom | 6 |
| Canada | 5 |
| Australia | 4 |
| Finland | 1 |
| Germany | 1 |
Piper Cherokee 140 Inventory by State
| California | 56 |
| Florida | 52 |
| Texas | 51 |
| Kentucky | 23 |
| Illinois | 13 |
| Georgia | 12 |
| Oklahoma | 11 |
| New Jersey | 11 |
| Arizona | 11 |
| South Carolina | 10 |
| Missouri | 10 |
| Pennsylvania | 10 |
Piper Cherokee 140 by Price
| Under $100k | 247 |
| Under $200k | 527 |
| Under $300k | 556 |
| Under $500k | 575 |
Piper Cherokee 140 by Decade
| 1960s | 1 |
Recently Sold Piper Cherokee 140
| 1974 Cherokee 140 | $59,900 |
| 1964 Cherokee 140 | $49,626 |
| 1971 Cherokee 140 | $45,000 |
| 1968 Cherokee 140 | $85,000 |
| 1968 Cherokee 140 | $74,500 |
| 1969 Cherokee 140 | $62,500 |
Piper Cherokee 140 Safety Record
Across all Cherokee 140 variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1984–1984. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Total Events
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Incidents
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Serious
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Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 24, 1984 | PENNINGTON, NJ | Minor | — |
NTSB records 1984–1984. Includes all Piper Cherokee 140 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.