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CessnaSingle-engine piston · Pikeville, KY

1978 Cessna 182RG Skylane

Price
$129,500
Year
1978
Total time
2,454 hours
Location
United States
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Specifications

General

Sale Status
For Sale
Make/Model
CESSNA 182RG SKYLANE
Registration #
N2257R
Serial #
R18200582
Total time
2454
Engine 1 Time
283 SMOH
Condition
Used

Airframe

Cruise Speed
140-145 KTAS
Fuel Burn
~12-13 GPH
Useful Load
~1,050-1,150 lbs (typical)
Range
700-800 NM
Service Ceiling
17,000 ft
Takeoff Distance (50 ft)
~1,500 ft
Landing Distance (50 ft)
~1,350 ft

Powered by the proven Lycoming O-540, the 182RG delivers a strong blend of climb performance and cross-country efficiency - with the added speed benefit of retractable gear.

Comprehensive log book summary is available under the documents tab of this ad posting. Logs are available upon request.

Engine

Engine
Lycoming O-540-J3C5D
  • 283 Hours Since Major Overhaul
  • 2,000 Hour TBO
  • Approx. 1,700+ Hours Remaining to TBO

Avionics

Legacy King Avionics Stack
KMA-24 Audio Panel

(2x) KY-92 COM radios

KN-53 Nav-Com

Glideslope

KR-85 ADF

KN-74 RNAV (in/op)

Century autopilot

Call or text to discuss a great Panel Upgrade package that has been proposed for this panel that could be included in the financing.

(existing panel specs believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed - please perform your own research)

The above is the existing panel OR choose our Dynon Skyview HDX, Glass Panel upgrade path for just a little more added to your payment per month. WAAS package includes Garmin 430 or 530 WAAS (refurb/3180 cert) and full Dynon Glass package. Dynon transponder ADS-B and much more. (this illustrated panel rendering is optional at added cost)

Interior

  • Serviceable paint and interior condition.
  • (Interior upholstery presents well, though styling reflects its era.)

Remarks

Engine Make
LYCOMING
Engine Model
O-540-L3C5D
Engine Power
235 hp ' 175 kW
Recorded TBO
1,700
Standard Fuel
87.00 gal ' 329.33 L
Max Fuel
87.00 gal ' 329.33 L
Stall
56 mph ' 48 kts ' 90 km/h
Range
1,117 mi ' 970 nmi ' 1,797 km
Service Ceiling
20,000 ft ' 6,096 m
Rate of Climb
1,040.00 ft/min ' 5.28 m/s
Wingspan
36.00 ft ' 10.97 m
Length
29.00 ft ' 8.84 m
Height
9.40 ft ' 2.87 m
Empty Weight
2,082 lbs ' 944 kg
Gross Weight
3,100 lbs ' 1,406 kg

Detailed Description

SKYLANE RG - 583 SMOH - 15% DOWN - 20 YR TERM SEE GLASS PANEL UPGRADE OPTION - $850/mo. This Skylane RG represents outstanding value in today's retract market. Only 2,454 hours total time and just 283 hours since major overhaul (qualifies for finance rates in the 6%s oac}. This aircraft delivers the performance, speed, and efficiency the 182RG is known for - at a price point that makes sense.

Excellent financing is available for this airplane with very favorable rates, given its low Total and Engine Time (a lender preference). We can help, even if you're buying elsewhere.

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Remarks

  • General 182RG Specs and not necessarily for this particular airplane.
  • # of Engines:1
  • 75% Cruise:189 mph ' 164 kts ' 304 km/h ' 0 Mach
  • Normal Over 50 Foot Obstacle
  • Takeoff 795 ft ' 242 m N/A ft ' N/A m
  • Landing 590 ft ' 179 m N/A ft ' N/A m

Aircraft record

N2257R

Registration

Registration
N2257R
Registered as
Cessna R182
Year
1978
Serial number
R18200582
Engine
Lycoming 0-540 Series · 250 hp
Certificate
Standard
Airworthiness date
1978-09-14
Registered since
2026-09-16
Registration valid to
2033-09-30
Status
Valid

Accidents and incidents

None on record

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