1943 Taylorcraft DCO-65 / L-2M For Auction In New York USA (N58028)
This 1943 Taylorcraft DCO-65 is a classic tailwheel airplane with simple vintage charm. It has a high-wing design & a Continental A-65-8F engine with a Sensenich propeller. It is light, simple & fun for pilots who enjoy classic flying.
| Aircraft Type: Manufacturer: Model: Year: 1943 Condition: Total Time: 1722 Registration Number: N58028 Serial Number: 5777 Seats: Aircraft Location: Categories: Seller: Contact Name: Misty Owen |
Description
Highlights
Classic 1943 Taylorcraft DCO-65 / L-2M tandem-seat tailwheel aircraft with vintage fabric-covered, high-wing appeal
Powered by a Continental A-65-8F 65 HP engine, S/N 52949-6-8, paired with a Sensenich W72CK42 propeller
843 lb empty weight, 482 lb useful load, 1,325 lb gross weight
Performance
Fuel Capacity: 12 U.S. gal.
Stall Speed: Approx. 43 mph / 37 kt
Useful Load: 482 lb.
Empty Weight: 843 lb.
Gross Weight: 1,325 lb.
Range: Approx. 303 miles / 263 nm at 2,000 rpm
Cruise: Approx. 83 mph / 72 kt at 2,150 rpm
Airframe
Total Time: 1722
SN – 5777
Reg – N58028
Date of annual / inspection: 8/4/2025
Engine
SMOH: 912.9 TSO-SMOH
Time: 2112.9 TSN
Continental A-65-8F, S/N 52949-6-8
Horsepower: 65 HP
Propeller
Sensenich W72CK42, S/N Z3435
TSN: 468.7
Fixed-pitch two-blade
Avionics
VFR-style panel shown in provided photos
Airspeed, altimeter, compass, tachometer, oil/engine gauges & basic flight/engine instrumentation
Genave Alpha/100 Comm w/ hand mic & Battery
IFR Capable? No
Additional Features
5/28/1978 Both Wingtips Repaired
2/24/1978 Complete Fabric Restoration
Known Flaws: no ADS-B
Exterior
Vintage white with blue accents
Rating: 6/10
Interior
Tandem-seat interior
Rating 7/10
Online auction starts 24th June, 2026. View full logbooks & additional data online (https://bids.airspaceauctions.com/Listing/914548)
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