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1978 PIPER ARROW III
Starts from the median asking price of 12 comparable PIPER ARROW III listings ($183,950), then adjusts for:
- Year -12 vs comparable listings -18.0%
- Airframe time -339 hr vs comps +0.7%
- Engine time +147 hr vs comps -0.4%
- Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
- Market supply: 7 for sale of 369 FAA-registered +3.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER ARROW III |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,451 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,418 SOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX330 |
| Avionics / Other | King KX-155 |
Description
R3 Aviation Services proudly presents N3873M, a well-equipped 1978 Piper PA-28R-201T Turbo Arrow III with complete logbooks, no damage history, and a collection of upgrades throughout the aircraft. This Turbo Arrow III offers proven turbocharged Piper performance, a capable IFR platform, and the efficiency that has made the Arrow series a favorite among owner-pilots. The panel features dual Garmin G5s, Garmin GFC500 autopilot, GMA345 audio panel, GTX330ES transponder, Flight Stream 210, and JPI EDM930 engine monitor. With Whelen LED lighting, Knots2U wing root seals, good compressions, clean oil analysis, and complete logs, N3873M is a well-supported option ready for personal travel, IFR flying, and advanced training. 4K Video Available. Located: KHVC (Hopkinsville, KY) Available to show by appointment. Delivery + Buyer Resources Available. **All information provided is subject to buyer verification during pre-purchase. R3 Aviation Services makes no representations or warranties regarding accuracy. Hours will increase as aircraft is flown*
Avionics
Dual Garmin G5 | Garmin GFC500 Autopilot | Garmin GMA345 Audio Panel | Garmin GTX330ES Transponder | Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B Out | JPI EDM930 Engine Monitor | Flightstream 210 | Davtron Digital Clock | King KX155 Nav/Comm | ACK ELT | Whelen LED Lights | Knots2U Wing Root Seals
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER ARROW III lands versus other PIPER ARROW III listings on fyiAero.
Price
50th pct$170k · 50th percentile of 12 listings
Airframe time
38th pct4,451 hours total (TTAF) · 38th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time
67th pct1,418 hours since overhaul · 67th percentile of 15 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 | PIPER |
| Model | ARROW III |
| Serial Number | 28R-7803198 |
| Registration # | N3873M |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | HVC |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,451 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO360FB1 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 1,418 SOH |
| Engine TBO | 2200 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | HC-C3YR-1RF |
| Prop Time | 1418 SOH |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Dual Garmin G5 | Garmin GFC500 Autopilot | Garmin GMA345 Audio Panel | Garmin GTX330ES Transponder | Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B Out | JPI EDM930 Engine Monitor | Flightstream 210 | Davtron Digital Clock | King KX155 Nav/Comm | ACK ELT | Whelen LED Lights | Knots2U Wing Root Seals |
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