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1974 CESSNA 172M SKYHAWK
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna 172M SKYHAWK listings ($138,818), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Engine time +244 hr vs comps -2.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172M SKYHAWK |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,001 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,726.7 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
Description
This 1974 Cessna 172M features a RAM 160 HP conversion, 168.3-hour SMOH propeller, and IFR certification. Equipped with dual MX300 Nav/Coms, Garmin 340 audio panel, King DME, and Garmin 296 GPS. Contact Airside Aviation to review the logs and see additional photos!
Modifications
IFR Certified EGT Winterization Kit RAM 160HP STC
Avionics
Garmin 340 Audio Panel Narco AT165/C Transponder King KN-62A DME 2-MX300 Nav/Coms Artex 406 ELT Garmin 296 GPS (Yolk Mounted) ADF
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna 172M SKYHAWK lands versus other Cessna 172M SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.
Price
40th pct$135k · 40th percentile of 10 listings
Airframe time
50th pct4,001 hours total (TTAF) · 50th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time
90th pct1,726 hours since major overhaul · 90th percentile of 10 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 | 1974 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172M SKYHAWK |
| Serial Number | 17263462 |
| Registration # | C-GTUX |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,001.6 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-320-E2D |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | L-20515-27A |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,726.7 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | 1C160/DTM7553 |
| Prop Time | 168.3 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin 340 Audio Panel Narco AT165/C Transponder King KN-62A DME 2-MX300 Nav/Coms Artex 406 ELT Garmin 296 GPS (Yolk Mounted) ADF |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | IFR Certified EGT Winterization Kit RAM 160HP STC |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172M Skyhawk
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172M Skyhawk (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 435 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 115 kts · 132 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 865.0 / 520.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172M Skyhawk seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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Last flight
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