Bellanca Viking 17-30A for Sale
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Interesting facts about the Bellanca Viking 17-30A
✈ The 17-30A “Super Viking 300A” uses a 300 hp Continental IO-520-K and carries a higher gross weight than early Viking models.
✈ Bellanca built the Viking with a tubular steel fuselage and a wood wing using spruce with plywood skin, which gives a smooth airfoil and distinctive handling.
✈ The “A” series arrived under FAA Type Certificate A18CE in 1969 and standardized many refinements, including electric flaps and system updates.
✈ Typical seating is one pilot plus three passengers, and owners prize the aircraft for responsive controls and strong cruise speeds in the high performance single market.
✈ Main usable fuel on many 17-30A aircraft is 60 US gallons, and select serial numbers can carry up to 75 US gallons usable with auxiliary tanks.
✈ The Viking family spans Continental and Lycoming powered variants; the 17-30A remains the Continental powered Super Viking with retractable tricycle gear.
✈ Production concentrated in the late 1960s and 1970s, and support continues through the current type certificate holder with parts and technical assistance.
✈ Buyers often compare the 17-30A with Beech Bonanza, Mooney M20 and Cessna 210 when researching high performance retractable aircraft for sale.
Bellanca Viking 17-30A Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 8.03 m (26 ft 4 in)
Wingspan: 10.41 m (34 ft 2 in)
Height: 2.24 m (7 ft 4 in)
Empty Weight: 1,006 kg (2,217 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 1,508 kg (3,325 lb)
Fuel Capacity (usable, main tanks): 227 L (60 US gal)
Fuel Capacity (maximum usable with aux tanks): 284 L (75 US gal)
Cruise Speed (75%): 303 km/h (188 mph, 163 kn)
Range (max fuel): 1,485 km (923 mi, 802 nm)
Service Ceiling: 5,200 m (17,000 ft)
Rate of Climb: 5.9 m/s (1,170 ft/min)
Take-off Run to 15 m (49 ft): 433 m (1,420 ft)
Landing Run from 15 m (49 ft): 408 m (1,340 ft)
Engine: 1 × Continental IO-520-K, 224 kW (300 hp)
FAQs About the Bellanca Viking 17-30A
How much does a Bellanca Viking 17-30A cost?
As of September 2025, typical market values in the United States range from about $70,000 to $150,000 depending on year, airframe and engine times, avionics, useful load, paint, interior and records. Exceptional examples with recent overhauls and modern panels can command prices at the upper end of that range.
How fast does the 17-30A cruise and what range can I expect?
Plan about 163 knots true airspeed at typical cruise settings. With maximum usable fuel and standard reserves, published range reaches roughly 802 nautical miles. Real world trip planning should account for winds, routing and payload.
What engine is installed on the 17-30A and what are common considerations?
The 17-30A uses a Continental IO-520-K rated at 300 hp. Buyers should review cylinder history, magneto status, exhaust condition, propeller time since overhaul, and cooling baffling, along with oil analysis trends and compressions.
How does the Viking compare to other high performance singles?
The Viking offers responsive handling, strong cruise for its power, and a classic wood wing. Compared with similar four seat retractables, it delivers competitive speed and useful load, with unique construction that rewards careful maintenance.
What fuel capacities are available on the 17-30A?
Many airframes have 60 US gallons usable in the main tanks. Certain serial numbers include auxiliary tanks that lift usable fuel to 75 US gallons, which extends range and endurance for longer trips.
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Financing a classic high performance single benefits from lenders who understand wood wing construction, fabric fuselage covering, and component life limits. A strong application includes complete logbooks, corrosion inspection results, recent engine and propeller data, and evidence of standardized maintenance practices. Structures can include fixed term loans, balloon options that match expected residual value, or asset backed facilities that consider avionics upgrades and paint. Our aviation finance partners can help compare offers, model cash flow with realistic reserves, and align the loan with your expected utilization and insurance requirements.
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Insurance underwriters focus on pilot experience in high performance retractable singles, recent recurrent training, and documented maintenance for wood and fabric structures. Policies can include hull and liability coverage, smooth or per passenger limits, and provisions for named pilots and open pilot warranties. If you are transitioning into the Viking, a mentor program and an instrument proficiency plan can improve terms. A specialist broker can tailor endorsements to hangar leases, training requirements and lienholder interests while keeping premiums competitive for your mission and hours.
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