1981 CESSNA P210N
Starts from the median asking price of 15 comparable Cessna P210N listings ($239,900), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time +1,770 hr vs comps -3.5%
- Engine time +4,104 hr vs comps -20.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (67% of comps) +1.6%
- Autopilot (53% of comps) +0.8%
- No ADS-B (67% of comps have one) -1.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna P210N |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,629 hrs |
| Engine time | 4,886 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530, GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS 430W, GNS 530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | STEC |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS |
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna P210N lands versus other Cessna P210N listings on fyiAero.
Price
87th pct$292k · 87th percentile of 15 listings
Airframe time
83rd pct5,629 hours total (TTAF) · 83rd percentile of 12 listings
Engine time
99th pct4,886 hours since new · 99th 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 | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | P210N |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,629 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO520A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 4,886 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 1600 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | D3A34C402 |
| Prop Time | 1245 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | • ASPEN Evolution E5 (EFIS) • Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel • Garmin GNS 430W GPS/NAV • Garmin GNS 530W GPS • Avidyne EX500 TCAS 1 • Garmin GTX 327 Transponder • Garmin GDL369L Weather • STEC 55X • Kannad 406 ELT |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 210N
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 210N (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $31,680 | $51,480 |
| Fixed | $112,464 | $112,464 |
| Variable | $62,680 | $101,855 |
| Total / hour | $876 | $659 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,100 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 155 kts · 178 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 4 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 0" × 3' 6" × 8' 8" |
| Interior volume | 122 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 1600 ft / 2100 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna 210N has a total hourly operating cost of $1,019 per hour, including a variable cost of approximately $293 per hour. It offers a full-fuel range of 450 nautical miles (518 statute miles) and cruises at a normal speed of 170 knots (196 mph), with an average fuel burn of 22 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cessna 210N measures 4'0" high, 3'6" wide, and 8'8" long, providing 122 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 4 passengers, it delivers a practical and efficient cabin layout suited for private ownership and business travel. Requiring approximately 1,600 feet for takeoff and 2,100 feet for landing, the 210N is well-suited for shorter runway operations while maintaining strong cruise performance and dependable piston-engine reliability. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna 210N's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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