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Interesting facts about the Mooney 231 (M20K)
✈ Mooney built the 231 in Kerrville, Texas from 1979 to 1985, producing about 880 units.
✈ The 231 uses a turbocharged Continental TSIO-360 rated at 210 hp with a fixed wastegate.
✈ Later aircraft switched from the -GB to the -LB1B engine for cooler operation.
✈ Typical true airspeed at 12,000 ft is 173 kt at 75% power with 12.7 gph.
✈ Usable fuel on later models increased to 75.6 US gallons after fuel pickup changes.
✈ Owners often add an intercooler and automatic wastegate STC to ease engine management.
✈ Full-fuel payload is tight, around 500 lb on a 2,900 lb MTOW airplane.
✈ The 231 led to the M20K 252, which added factory intercooling and an automatic wastegate.
Mooney 231 (M20K) 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 & 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: 7.75 m (25 ft 5 in)
Wingspan: 11.00 m (36 ft 1 in)
Height: 2.54 m (8 ft 4 in)
Empty Weight (typical): 816 kg (1,800 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 1,315 kg (2,900 lb)
Fuel Capacity (total / usable): 297.5 L / 286.2 L (78.6 / 75.6 US gal; 65.4 / 63.0 imp gal)
Cruise Speed (75% @ 12,000 ft): 320 km/h (199 mph, 173 kn)
Range (65% @ 24,000 ft, 45-min reserve): 2,110 km (1,311 mi, 1,139 nm)
Service Ceiling: 7,315 m (24,000 ft)
Rate of Climb: 5.49 m/s (1,080 ft/min)
Take-off Run to 15 m (49 ft): 671 m (2,200 ft)
Landing Run from 15 m (49 ft): 701 m (2,300 ft)
FAQs About the Mooney 231 (M20K)
How much does a Mooney 231 cost?
As of August 2025, advertised asking prices for Mooney 231s typically range from about $115,000 to $190,000, depending on airframe time, engine time, avionics, and modifications.
How fast does the Mooney 231 cruise?
At 12,000 ft and 75% power, plan about 173 knots true airspeed. Higher altitudes can yield more speed if winds favor you.
What range should I plan on with standard tanks?
At 65% power and 24,000 ft, book figures suggest roughly 1,139 nm with a 45-minute reserve using 75.6 US gallons usable.
What engine and TBO does the 231 have?
It uses the Continental TSIO-360 (-GB early, -LB1B later), rated at 210 hp. The recommended TBO is 1,800 hours when maintained to spec.
Which upgrades add the most value?
Popular STCs include an intercooler and an automatic wastegate. Modern IFR GPS, engine monitoring, and speed brakes also aid value and utility.
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