1978 Cessna 172N For Auction In Arkansas USA (N172WN)

Take to the skies in this well-equipped 1978 Cessna 172N, featuring a 180 HP engine upgrade and a 2,550 lb gross weight increase STC for enhanced performance and useful load. With 10,827 hours total time and 980 hours since major overhaul, this aircraft offers a capable platform for training, time-building, or personal travel. The modern paint scheme gives it a refreshed look, while the Garmin GTN 650 with WAAS and Trio Pro Pilot autopilot provide modern navigation and flight management capabilities. A versatile, upgraded 172N ready for its next owner!  Please visit Aircraft Bidder for more information.

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Manufacturer
Cessna
Year
1978
Condition
Pre-owned
Total time
10,827 hrs
Registration
N172WN
Serial number
17270565
Seats
4
Aircraft location
North America USA Arkansas Bentonville
ContactGordon Ramsay

Description

Airframe:

10,827 Total Time

Annual Due October 2027

ELT Battery Due January 2027

LH Wingtip Repaired September 2023 at 9236 Total Time

Vacuum System Removed July 2017 at 5351 Total Time

978 lbs Useful Load

2550 Gross Weight Increase

Engine:

Lycoming O-360-A4M Engine

180 Horsepower

985 SMOH

Overhauled August 2024 by Western Skyways at 9842 Total Time

Compressions as of October 2026: 79, 79, 79, 79

Top Overhaul Performed October 2026 by Legends Air Center at 10,801 Total Time

SkyTec Starter

Push Button Start

EIS-41000 Electronic Ignition

Prop:

McCauley 2-Blade Propeller

New Propeller Installed July 2016 by Yingling Aviation at 5251 Total Time

Avionics:

Garmin GTN 650 GPS/Nav/Com

Garmin G5 Stack HSI

Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel

Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B Transponder

IPad MFD

Electronics International Digital Tachometer

Trio Pro Pilot Autopilot

Davtron Digital Chronometer

Aerospace Logic Digital Oil Pressure Gauge

Aerospace Logic Digital Fuel Gauge

Additional Features:

Rosen Sun Visors

180 HP Exhaust System by Aerospace Welding

AMSAFE Seat Belts

Vortex Generators

Whelen LED Landing/Taxi/Strobe Lights

Artex ELT

Exterior:

Rocket Red Base, Diamond Silver and Pitch Black Accents

Repainted June 2017 by KD Aviation

 

Interior:

Black Leather Seats with Black Fabric Inserts, Black Carpet and Side Panels

Interior Replaced October 2018 by Yingling Aviation

SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE OR REMOVAL FROM AUCTION