1973 CESSNA 421B
Starts from the median asking price of 15 comparable CESSNA 421B listings ($329,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +334 hr vs comps -0.7%
- Market supply: 16 for sale of 224 FAA-registered -2.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | CESSNA 421B |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 7,893 hrs |
| Engine time | 564 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Annual | August 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1973 Cessna 421B – Low-Time, Turnkey 421B — Garmin Upgrades, Fresh Annual Experience the perfect blend of performance, comfort, and capability with this beautifully maintained 1973 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle. Featuring modern paint, an updated interior, and low total and engine times, this aircraft stands out as a turnkey option for owners seeking pressurized twin performance and Garmin-equipped reliability. Make an offer! Highlights: Low Total Time — Only 7,893 Hours Since New Fresh Annual Inspection Completed August 2025 Low-Time Continental GTSIO-520 Engines (564 / 369 SMOH) Garmin Avionics Suite with Dual 430W’s, GTX 345, and GMA 345 EDM 960 Engine Monitor and Shadin Digital Fuel Flow System Modern 2016 Paint in Matterhorn White with Gold, Maroon, and Black Accents Refreshed 2016 Interior with Premium Ultraleather, Honeycomb Carpet, and SoundEx Insulation Equipped with Vortex Generators for Enhanced Performance and Handling Complete Logs and Excellent Maintenance History Pressurized Twin Comfort with Proven Cessna Reliability
Avionics
Shadin digital fuel flow EDM 960 engine monitor Dual Garmin 430w's Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 421B lands versus other CESSNA 421B listings on fyiAero.
Price
40th pct$299k · 40th percentile of 15 listings
Airframe time
75th pct7,893 hours total (TTAF) · 75th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
56th pct564 hours since major overhaul · 56th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
12th pct369 hours since major overhaul · 12th percentile of 16 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1973 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421B |
| Serial Number | 421B0478 |
| Registration # | N77EP |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | TCL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,893 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 600517 |
| Engine 1 Time | 564 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 369 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 3 SMOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
| Prop 2 Time | 893 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Shadin digital fuel flow EDM 960 engine monitor Dual Garmin 430w's Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345 |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2022 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2016 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual completed August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |