Van's RV-10 Aircraft in Australia

Australian-registered aircraft (VH- prefix) operate under CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) certification. Active GA market with strong Daher TBM, Cirrus, Cessna and Beechcraft fleets. Outback flying creates active utility aircraft market (Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12). Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth major hubs.

The Van's RV-10 is the four-seat RV — a genuine family cross-country aircraft that cruises ~175 kt on a 260 hp Lycoming IO-540, with a roomy cabin, gull-wing doors and the RV handling pedigree. The RV-10 is the experimental answer to a Cessna 182 or Cirrus SR22: comparable or better performance at a fraction of the factory-aircraft price, in a four-seat family configuration. As the RV with the most "real airplane" mission, build quality and documentation matter enormously.

Van's RV-10 aircraft for sale

1 used Van's RV-10 aircraft for sale in Australia · 4-seat · Used median asking $404,000 · New from $435,000 · updated yesterday

Van's RV-10 Specifications

Model spec

The Van's RV-10 is a 4-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 171 kt (317 km/h), a range of 930 nm (1,722 km), and a useful load of 1,050 lbs (476 kg).

Performance
Cruise171 kt (317 km/h)
Max Speed183 kt (339 km/h)
Range930 nm (1,722 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower260 HP
Fuel Burn12.0 GPH (45 L/h)
ICAO TypeRV10
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight2,700 lbs (1,225 kg)
Useful Load1,050 lbs (476 kg)
Production2004–present

Van's RV-10 for Sale

Van's RV-10 asking prices range from $165,000 to $529,000, with a median of $404,000 (market reference $310,000).

$396,135
For Sale
Total Time 452
Reg# VH-VRX Australia
Location South Australia, Australia
Listed 16d ago

Compare Van's RV-10

See how the Van's RV-10 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Van's RV-10 Price & Cost

How much does a Van's RV-10 cost? Used RV-10 prices: $165K – $529K, average $404K (median $404K); market reference $310K, across 14 priced of 1 active listings.

Van's RV-10 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.

Van's RV-10 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (12.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$7,440/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Van's RV-10

Buying a Van's RV-10 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Builder & documentation — four-seat family use raises the stakes on build quality; demand full build log, photos, professional build evidence.
  • Lycoming IO-540 — 260 hp; overhaul history, installation quality.
  • Gull-wing doors & cabin — verify door fit/latching, cabin build quality.
  • Avionics — often excellent owner glass (dual Garmin/Dynon, autopilot); verify ADS-B.
  • Pre-buy — RV-experienced inspector essential; four-seat E-AB demands thorough airframe/wiring review.

Which RV-10? A professionally-built, fully-documented RV-10 with IO-540, dual glass and autopilot is an exceptional value four-seater. Documentation and build quality are paramount.

Frequently Asked Questions — Van's RV-10

Cost?
$404,000.
RV-10 vs Cessna 182 / Cirrus SR22?
The RV-10 matches or beats them on performance at a fraction
Four-seat experimental — practical?
Yes — the RV-10 is a genuine family cross-country aircraft;
Build quality concern?
The key variable — demand documentation and an RV-experienced pre-buy.

Van's RV-10 Inventory by Country

United States16
Australia1
New Zealand1

Van's RV-10 by Decade

2010s1

Recently Sold Van's RV-10

2008 RV-10$241,000

Van's RV-10 Safety Record

Across all RV-10 variants, 4 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2019–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

4

Total Events

2

Incidents

0

Serious

2

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Jun 28, 2025 Capron, IL Fatal (2)
Jul 20, 2023 Oshkosh, WI Incident The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 03, 2022 Hurst, IL Incident A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Sep 16, 2019 Guaranta do Norte, Fatal (2)

NTSB records 2019–2025. Includes all Van's RV-10 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

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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