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1978 Cessna 172N
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Cessna 172N listings ($179,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +601 hr vs comps -1.2%
- Market supply: 17 for sale of 3139 FAA-registered +4.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172N |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,275 hrs |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
Description
1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk is an active piston singles listing on Aircraft Shopper Online. Aircraft location: AZ, US. Listed by Southwest Aero. Total time: 6,275
Modifications
Back 20 Photos $179,000 1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk S/N: 17270351 R/N: N738YW 6,275 Total Hours Arizona, United States Compare Date Listed: May 12, 2026 Seller Paragraph Seller Southwest Aero Location Scottsdale, AZ, US 1978 Cessna 172N Skyhawk Featuring an O-360 180hp Engine Upgrade and a BRS Ballistic Parachute. Equipped with a Garmin Digital Audio Panel, Garmin Radios, ADS-B In and Out, BRS Shoulder Harnesses, Gross Weight Increase, and More! Hangared. Airframe & Power Systems Information Engines Loc. Make Model SMOH C Lycoming O-360-A4A 1,250 180 HP by Air Plains Propellers Loc. Make SPOH C McCauley 240 2-Blade Propeller Maintenance & Condition Hangared Yes 40 Gallons Useable 954 LB Useful Avionics Garmin GMA 350 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GNC 255 NAV/COM Radio Garmin GTR 200B COM Radio Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Davtron Chronometer Artex 406 ELT Additional Equipment Gross Weight Increase (2550lb) BRS Ballistic Parachute System BRS Shoulder Harnesses Factory Rudder Trim Tinted Sun Visors Concord Battery Interior Black Leather Seating with Fabric Inserts and Grey Carpet. Original Side Panels Exterior Overall Oxford White with Grey and Black Accent Striping An Important Note About Buying An Aircraft Aircraft Shopper Online takes internet fraud very seriously. Before completing any transaction, please review our fraud prevention guidelines to protect yourself. Read our Fraud Alert → Listed By Southwest Aero Location Scottsdale, AZ, US Website Visit website Contact Information Tel: +1 (480) 646-6090 14600 N Airport Dr Scottsdale, AZ 85260 More listings from Southwest Aero
How this aircraft compares
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Price
60th pct$179k · 60th percentile of 5 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
