1959 Cessna 175

Description

Highlights The 175 was designed to fill a niche between the Cessna 172 and the faster Cessna 182. The engine of the 175, a geared version of the O-300 used in the 172, is rated at 175 hp (130 kW), or 30 hp (22 kW) more than the 172 engine. Between 1958 and 1962, a total of 2,106 were built. The basic airplane was marketed as the 175, and the plane with a package of optional equipment and overall paint (a partial paint scheme was used on the basic model) was marketed as the Skylark. Engine(s) Details Manufacturer: Cont Motor G 300 series Model: GO-300-A Horsepower: 175 HP Overhaul (HT): 1,200 Hrs Years before overhaul: 12 Horsepower: 1 x 175 HP Best Cruise Speed: 121 KIAS Best Range (i): 593 NM Fuel Burn @ 75%: 10.5 GPH Stall Speed: 54 KIAS Rate of climb: 850 FPM Ceiling: 15,900 FT Takeoff distance: 735 FT Landing distance: 590 FT Takeoff distance over 50ft obstacle: 1,340 FT Landing distance over 50ft obstacle: 1,155 FT Avionics GNS 430, GI 255, Bendix King Transponder Exterior The Cessna 175 had an all metal airframe, constructed of aluminum alloy. The 175 has tricycle landing gear with the main gear legs made of spring steel. The 175 also has a steerable nosewheel connected through an oleo strut used for shock absorption. With exterior skin sheets riveted to formers and longerons the fuselage is a semi-monocoque structure. The 175’s strut-braced wings are constructed of exterior skin sheets riveted to spars and ribs. Gross Weight: 2,350 LBS Empty Weight: 1,312 LBS Fuel capacity: 52 GAL Operating Weights Max T/O Weight: 2350 Lb Empty Weight: 1339 Lb Payload Useful: 1011 Lb Interior The interior is in good condition with little aging or defects. Maintenance Additional Features, Equipment or Comments