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Single-Engine Piston

1947 PIPER PA-12 SUPER CRUISER

$195,000 fyiEstimate $134,500–$138,000 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable PIPER PA-12 SUPER CRUISER listings ($141,950), then adjusts for:

  • Year +0 vs comparable listings +0.8%
  • Airframe time +2,727 hr vs comps -5.5%
  • Engine time -233 hr vs comps +0.7%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1947
7,818 hrs
HC AKJ
12895
1
EMILIO BRUZZONE

Overview

Make / ModelPIPER PA-12 SUPER CRUISER
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time7,818 hrs
Engine time392 SPOH

Description

Detailed Description Piper PA‑12 Super Cruiser, meticulously maintained and always hangared. Powered by a Lycoming O‑360‑C4P 180 HP engine with Sensenich 76EM80‑56 propeller, delivering strong and reliable performance. Equipped with extended range fuel tanks (46 gallons), Airglass cargo pod/belly tank, and extended baggage for enhanced utility. Performance upgrades include vortex generators, fuselage strakes, balanced tail surfaces, and 3" extended landing gear with suspension system. Cleveland wheels and brakes, brake booster master cylinders, and oversized 26" x 10.5‑6 tires provide excellent capability for backcountry operations. Tailwheel assembly features Scott 3200 with heavy‑duty spring. Cabin highlights include skylight/extended windows, side access door, full photography window door, folding and adjustable front seat, lightweight under‑seat battery, and rear seat under‑seat storage. Safety features include front inertia reel shoulder harness and seat belt floor brackets. Avionics and equipment include Garmin GNC 650 GPS/Com, Garmin 327 Transponder, GI 106 Nav Indicator, audio panel, fuel flow system, encoder, and full suite of Electronics' Int'l gauges (Volt/Amp, oil pressure/temperature, EGT/CHT). Additional instruments: artificial horizon, directional gyro, vacuum gauge, compass, altimeter, VSI, Hobbs meter, ELT, Bose headset jacks, outside air temperature gauge, and vacuum pump. Lighting system includes nav lights, landing lights, 3‑point strobe system, and panel flood lights. This PA‑12 combines classic Piper design with modern enhancements, making it a versatile aircraft for utility missions, aerial photography, and recreational flying. A rare opportunity to own a Super Cruiser that is both practical and inspiring. Beautiful two-tone combination with a yellow background and navy blue stripes on the fuselage and wing leading edges. With the option to configure for floats (MLG) and/or skids. Always hangared 46‑gallon extended range fuel tanks Airglass cargo pod / belly tank Fuselage strakes Extended baggage Side access door Full photography window door Folding / adjustable front seat Lightweight under‑seat battery Vortex generators 180 HP engine 3" extended landing gear with suspension Cleveland wheels and brakes 26" x 10.5‑6 Tundra tires

Modifications

Lycoming O‑360‑C4P 180 HP engine Sensenich 76EM80‑56 propeller B&C 40‑amp alternator LR‑3 regulator Sky‑Tec 149HT starter Hi‑flow exhaust system FAD muffler shroud Vortex generators Fuselage strakes Extended range fuel tanks - 46 gallons Airglass cargo pod / belly tank 3" extended landing gear with suspension Cleveland wheels and brakes Brake booster master cylinders 26" x 10.5‑6 tires Scott 3200 tailwheel Heavy‑duty tailwheel spring Extended baggage compartment Side access door Full photography window door Folding / adjustable front seat Lightweight under‑seat battery Balanced tail surfaces

Avionics

Garmin GNC 650 GPS/Com Garmin 327 Transponder GI 106 Nav Indicator Audio panel Fuel flow system Nav antenna Marker beacon antenna Electronics Int'l Volt/Amp meter Electronics Int´l oil pressure/temperature gauge Electronics Int'l EGT/CHT gauge Artificial horizon Directional gyro Vacuum gauge Compass Fuel sight gauges Altimeter VSI (Vertical Speed Indicator) Hobbs Meter ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) Bose headset jacks Outside air temperature gauge Vacuum pump Panel flood lights Nav lights Landing lights 3‑point strobe system