1965 Piper PA24 400 Comanche For Auction In Texas USA (N8525P)
This Piper Comanche 400 is a fast and powerful plane built for cross-country flying. Its 400 HP Lycoming engine gives it strong performance. A 1,330 lb useful load provides plenty of room for people, bags, and fuel. The Hartzell three-blade prop helps deliver
smooth performance. This Comanche is a great choice for pilots who want speed, useful load, and classic aircraft style.
| Aircraft Type: Manufacturer: Model: Year: 1965 Condition: Total Time: 6512 Registration Number: N8525P Serial Number: 26-105 Seats: Aircraft Location: Categories: Seller: Contact Name: Matt Hutton |
Description
Highlights
400 HP Lycoming IO-720 Engine — The Comanche 400’s large-displacement Lycoming gives this aircraft standout performance among the Comanche series.
Excellent 1,330.53 lb Useful Load — Provides strong carrying capability for passengers, baggage, and fuel.
Hartzell 3-Blade Constant-Speed Propeller — Equipped with a Hartzell HC-A3MVK-4 three-blade constant-speed prop, with a documented May 2021 overhaul.
Performance Specs
Gross Weight: 3600 lbs
Useful Load: 1,330 lbs
Cruise Speed: 185 KTAS
Range: 1143 NM
Fuel Capacity: 130 GAL
Fuel Burn: 20 gph
Aircraft Specs
Make: Piper
Model: PA-24-400 Comanche 400
SN: 26-105
Time: 6512
Date of annual: 10/1/2026
Engine
Make: Lycoming
Model: IO-720-AB
SN: L-383-54
Time: 1626 SMOH
Horsepower: 400 HP
Date of overhaul:12-15-2004
Location of overhaul: Columbia Aircraft Services FAA repair station JM2R930K Bloomsburg Penna
Propeller
Prop Make: Hartzell
Prop Model: HC-A3VK-2
Prop SN: J894
Prop Time: 544 TSO
Prop Type: 3-blade, constant-speed propeller
Avionics
Full List:
PS-Engineering PMA8000C Audio Panel Intercom with Bluetooth
Garmin GTN-650Xi WAAS GPS/NAV/COMM with Bendix/King KCS-55A Slaved HSI
Garmin GNS-430W WAAS GPS/NAV/COMM with Garmin GI-106A CDI
Garmin GTX-330ES ADS-B OUT Transponder
Garmin GDL-88 ADS-BIN Traffic and Weather Receiver
Garmin GMX-200 Multi-Function Display (weather, flightplan, and traffic)
Garmin Flightstream 210 Bluetooth iPad wireless interface to GTN and GDL-88
Edo-Aire Century IIIC Autopilot with Altitude Hold, Auto Trim and GS coupling
DAC GDC-31 GPSS Roll Steering Adapter
Flight Rules: IFR VFR
IFR Capable: Yes
IFR certified Date: Last certified 4-7-2025
Additional Features
Incident Date(s): Wheels up landing repair performed 2-22-83 at 2227.0 hrs.
Gaps/missing Logbooks: Aircraft logbook missing, ( first 10 yrs) in the 90’s when a Lycoming factory OH engine installed FBO sent the aircraft log to Lycoming rather than engine log.
Known Flaws: No known flaws
Known Corrosion: No known Corrosion
Exterior
The exterior of this aircraft is navy blue and white with red accent striping. 7/10.
Interior
The interior of this aircraft is cream and red fabric. 5/10.
Online auction starts 25th November, 2026. View full logbooks & additional data online (https://bids.airspaceauctions.com/Listing/1026357)
