Republic RC-3 Aircraft
2 used Republic RC-3 aircraft for sale · 4-seat · $141K – $200K · updated 5 hours ago
About the Republic RC-3
The Republic RC-3 Seabee is a four-seat, single-engine amphibious aircraft from the late 1940s. Burning approximately 12 gallons per hour, the Seabee is one of the most affordable amphibious aircraft available, with a devoted following among seaplane enthusiasts and waterfront property owners.
Republic RC-3 Specifications
Model specThe Republic RC-3 is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 90 kt (167 km/h), a range of 490 nm (907 km).
2 Republic RC-3 For Sale
There are currently 2 used Republic RC-3 for sale, ranging from $141,401 to $200,000, with a median asking price of $170,700.
Republic RC-3 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC-3 Seabee | — | — | 90 kts (167 km/h) | 490 nm (907 km) | — | $141K – $235K | — | 3 |
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Republic RC-3 Price & Cost
How much does a Republic RC-3 cost? Used RC-3 prices: $141K – $200K, average $170K (median $170K), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Based on 3 priced 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.
Buying a Used Republic RC-3
Every Republic RC-3 faces a mandatory 1,500-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $30,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.