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1978 CESSNA A185F
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna A185F listings ($336,047), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.8%
- Airframe time +890 hr vs comps -1.8%
- Engine time -434 hr vs comps +3.5%
- ADS-B (60% of comps) +1.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna A185F |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,112 hrs |
| Engine time | 50 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Complete Refurbishment New Engine New Propeller Full Garmin Panel Upgrade All AD’s, SB’s and maintenance: Up to Date
Modifications
Continental IO-550 Engine
Avionics
Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument (Standby) Garmin G3X Touch 10.6" Landscape PFD with Engine Information Systems (EIS) Dual Garmin GTR 225 VHF Transceiver Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder
Recommended avionics upgrades
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 ›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 A185F lands versus other Cessna A185F listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $336k of 10 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
58th pct5,112 hours total (TTAF) · 58th percentile of 12 listings
Engine time
17th pct50 hours since new · 17th percentile of 12 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 | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | A185F |
| Serial Number | 18503573 |
| Registration # | V5-RED |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,112 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO550D |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | 1045859 |
| Engine 1 Time | 50 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 1700 |
| Aftermarket Engine STC | Yes |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2025 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | PHC-C3YF-1RF |
| Prop Time | 50 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument (Standby) Garmin G3X Touch 10.6" Landscape PFD with Engine Information Systems (EIS) Dual Garmin GTR 225 VHF Transceiver Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Continental IO-550 Engine |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2026 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Airworthy | Yes |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna A185F on Skis
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna A185F on Skis (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 522 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 131 kts · 151 mph |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The A185F on Skis seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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