What kind of aircraft is the Cessna 172?

Cessna 172 is listed under Single Engine Piston.

How many seats does the Cessna 172 have?

Typical for this type: 4 Seats.

What engine does the Cessna 172 have?

Typical for this type: Lycoming O-360-A3P.

What fuel does a Cessna 172 use?

Typical for this type: 100LL Avgas.

Which variants of the Cessna 172 are there?

Listed in the catalogue: RG Cutlass, Skyhawk, Skyhawk II, SP.

How many Cessna 172 are for sale?

Currently listed on Trade:Aero: 18.

Cessna 172 Single Engine Piston for Sale

Name: Cessna 172
Brand: Cessna
Availability: InStock

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Single Engine Piston Cessna 172

The Cessna 172 is the world's most produced aircraft, renowned for its reliability, stability, and ease of operation. This four-seat single-engine piston aircraft excels in flight training, personal transportation, and recreational flying. With excellent fuel efficiency, forgiving handling characteristics, and proven durability, the 172 remains the industry standard for pilot training and affordable personal aviation.

Specifications

Seats: 4
Engine Type: Lycoming O-360-A3P
Engine Power: 158 hp
Fuel Type: 100LL Avgas
Cruise Speed: 122 kts
Range: 688 NM
Service Ceiling: 14,000 ft
MTOW: 2,551 lb
Max Speed: 164 kts
Climb Rate: 728 fpm
Fuel Consumption: 10 gal/h
Fuel Capacity: 53.4 gal
Max Payload: 950 lb
Takeoff Distance: 699 ft
Landing Distance: 1,201 ft
Empty Weight: 1,601 lb

Variant comparison

Seats	Engine Power	Cruise Speed	Max Speed	Range
4	180 hp	122 kts	130 kts	782 NM
4	160 hp	122 kts	163 kts	694 NM
4	150 hp	122 kts	146 kts	688 NM
4	180 hp	124 kts	163 kts	782 NM

Typical figures for this aircraft type, compiled from manufacturer and public sources. Individual aircraft differ.

Asking prices

Asking prices of the 15 priced Cessna 172 listings on Trade:Aero: €49,000 – €199,900.

Median asking price: €110,000.

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Single Engine Piston

Cessna F-172

Cessna 172N

€157,500

1979 • TTSN: 6264h

Hünxe, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Single Engine Piston

Cessna 172 Skyhawk

Cessna 172H Jet A1

Cessna 172P

Cessna 172N

Cessna F-172 Skyhawk N

€110,000

1979 • TTSN: 9350h

Eschbach, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Single Engine Piston

Cessna 172 Skyhawk

€109,000

1968 • TTSN: 1549h

Berlin, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

4 Seats

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Single Engine Piston

Cessna 172

Cessna F 172F | MOGAS STC | Garmin GPS175 | New Pain...

€94,900

1964 • TTSN: 4798h

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany

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Single Engine Piston

Cessna FR172H Reims Rocket

Cessna C172M

€72,000

1972 • TTSN: 12169h

CUERS, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of aircraft is the Cessna 172?: Cessna 172 is listed under Single Engine Piston.
How many seats does the Cessna 172 have?: Typical for this type: 4 Seats.
What engine does the Cessna 172 have?: Typical for this type: Lycoming O-360-A3P.
What fuel does a Cessna 172 use?: Typical for this type: 100LL Avgas.
Which variants of the Cessna 172 are there?: Listed in the catalogue: RG Cutlass, Skyhawk, Skyhawk II, SP.
How many Cessna 172 are for sale?: Currently listed on Trade:Aero: 18.