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1980 CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable Cessna 172RG CUTLASS listings ($151,036), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -745 hr vs comps +1.5%
- Engine time +430 hr vs comps -3.4%
- Modern GPS navigator (38% of comps) +2.9%
- No Autopilot (50% of comps have one) -0.9%
- ADS-B (75% of comps) +0.7%
- Market supply: 7 for sale of 447 FAA-registered +3.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172RG CUTLASS |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,760 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,642 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | King KX 155 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN GA 35 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | Sept 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1980 Cessna 172RG Cutlass – N6280V. Well-equipped retractable-gear cruiser featuring Garmin 430W WAAS GPS/NAV/COM, Garmin ADS-B Out, GTX 327 transponder, JPI EDM 930 primary engine monitor, and dual NAV/COM capability. Additional upgrades include Micro Aerodynamics vortex generators, Knots 2U flap gap seals, Airwolf oil separator, and standby vacuum system. White and blue exterior with matching blue cloth interior. Annual completed September 2025. Located at KMHR, California.
Avionics
• Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel • Garmin 430W (GPS w/WAAS, NAV/COM) • Garmin GA35 GPS/WAAS antenna • Garmin GTX 327 Transponder • Garmin GDL 82 GPS (ADSB Out) • JPI EDM 930 Primary engine monitor • King KX-155A NAV/COM • Garmin GI-106A GPS/VOR/LOC/Glideslope Indicator • King KI-208 VOR/LOC Indicator • Cessna 300A Navomatic A/P (Inop)
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
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 ›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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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna 172RG CUTLASS lands versus other Cessna 172RG CUTLASS listings on fyiAero.
Price
38th pct$135k · 38th percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
56th pct5,760 hours total (TTAF) · 56th percentile of 9 listings
Engine time
75th pct1,642 hours since major overhaul · 75th percentile of 8 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 | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172RG CUTLASS |
| Serial Number | 172RG0606 |
| Registration # | N6280V |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,760 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-360-F1A6 |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | L-28480-36A |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,642 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | B3D36C429 |
| Prop Time | 643 SNEW |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | • Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel • Garmin 430W (GPS w/WAAS, NAV/COM) • Garmin GA35 GPS/WAAS antenna • Garmin GTX 327 Transponder • Garmin GDL 82 GPS (ADSB Out) • JPI EDM 930 Primary engine monitor • King KX-155A NAV/COM • Garmin GI-106A GPS/VOR/LOC/Glideslope Indicator • King KI-208 VOR/LOC Indicator • Cessna 300A Navomatic A/P (Inop) |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Inspection Status Last Annual completed: Sep 5, 2025 @ 5760 hrs Last ELT inspection completed: Sep 5, 2025 @ 5760 hrs ELT Battery due: Sept 2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 420 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 108 kts · 124 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 950.0 / 600.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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