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PiperSingle-engine piston · United Kingdom

1951 Piper L-18C Super Cub

Price
£58,000 ≈ $77,536
Year
1951
Total time
5,378 hours
Location
United Kingdom

Specifications

General

Registration
G-BEUU
Total time
5378.0

Engine

Engine
Continental Continental C90-8F
Engines
1

Avionics

Garmin G5 EFIS,Trig TY92 (8.33 spaced) Transceiver,Trig TT21 (Mode S) Transponder,Air Speed Indicator (ASI),Altimeter,Turn Coordinator,Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI),RPM Gauge,Cylinder Head Temperature gauge (EGT),Oil Temperature gauge,Oil pressure gauge,Ampere meter,Volt meter,Compass

Maintenance

Annual due
28/04/2027

Performance

Cruise speed (kt)
90

Weights

MTOW (kg)
681
Empty weight (kg)
416

Description

The seller is pleased to present for sale this Piper L-18C Super Cub, registration G-BEUU — an excellent example of this respected aircraft.

Currently based near Derby, it is available for viewing by appointment.

The Piper L-18C Super Cub is a beautifully simple and highly capable classic aircraft, combining timeless Piper design with superb handling and genuine character. Originally developed as a military liaison and training aircraft, the L-18C is closely related to the legendary PA-18 Super Cub and retains the qualities that have made the type so desirable among private pilots and vintage aircraft enthusiasts.

Its traditional tandem cockpit, excellent all-round visibility and responsive controls provide an engaging and rewarding flying experience. The aircraft’s forgiving handling and impressive low-speed performance make it equally enjoyable for relaxed local flying, grass-strip operations and traditional tailwheel touring.

Light on the controls yet reassuringly stable, the L-18C is an aircraft that encourages precise flying without being overly demanding. Its straightforward construction and uncomplicated systems reflect an era when aircraft were designed to be practical, dependable and easy to maintain.

With its distinctive lines, classic fabric-covered airframe and unmistakable Super Cub presence, the Piper L-18C attracts attention wherever it goes. It offers its next owner the opportunity to enjoy an authentic piece of aviation history while benefiting from an aircraft that remains genuinely usable and enjoyable today.

Whether purchased for recreational flying, vintage events, tailwheel adventures or simply the pleasure of owning one of Piper’s most iconic designs, the L-18C Super Cub represents a rare combination of heritage, capability and pure flying enjoyment.

The rudder post AD 2025-02-11 has been completed

Last compression test;

Cylinder 1 = 73/80

Cylinder 2 = 75/80

Cylinder 3 = 74/80

Cylinder 4 = 73/80

- Total fuel 136 L (36 USG)

- 90kt cruise

- Interior: Blue fabric

- Exterior: Classic yellow with stars and bars

Aircraft record

G-BEUU

Registration

Registration
G-BEUU
Registered as
Piper Aircraft Corporation PIPER L18C Super Cub
Serial number
18-1551
Registered since
2017-08-09

Accidents and incidents

None on record

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