Cessna 170 Model Guide
Cessna 170 · Model Guide
Overview
The Cessna 170 is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane built from 1948 to 1956 in 170, 170A and 170B versions. The FAA data sheet lists a Continental C145-2 engine rated 145 hp at 2700 rpm and a 2200 lb maximum weight in the Normal category. Registry figures for the whole 170 family show up to 104 kt cruise and up to 370 nm range.
- Four seats, 120 lb baggage limit, and 2200 lb maximum weight (Normal category) or 1900 lb (Utility category).
- The 170A has a single-strut all-metal wing and a 50° flap setting. The 170B adds slotted flaps. The original 170 has 30° flaps.
- Fuel capacity differs by version: 37.5 gal total (33.5 usable) on the original 170, and 42 gal total (37 usable) on the 170A.
- Family-level registry maxima are up to 104 kt cruise, 370 nm range and a 15500 ft service ceiling. They are not figures for any one variant.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 49 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Engine power (hp) ·
- 145
- Oil capacity (gal) ·
- 2
- Model 170 fuel total (gal) ·
- 37.5
- Model 170 fuel usable (gal) ·
- 33.5
- Model 170a fuel total (gal) ·
- 42
- Model 170a fuel usable (gal) ·
- 37
Performance
- Family max range (nm) ·
- 370
- Family max cruise speed (kt) ·
- 104
- Family max service ceiling (ft) ·
- 15,500
V-speeds
- MANEUVERING_KTS ·
- 100
- NEVER_EXCEED_KTS ·
- 139
- MAX_STRUCTURAL_CRUISING_KTS ·
- 122
- FLAPS_EXTENDED_MODEL_170_KTS ·
- 78
- FLAPS_EXTENDED_MODEL_170A_KTS ·
- 87
Weight & balance
- Max baggage (lb) ·
- 120
- Max weight normal category (lb) ·
- 2,200
- Max weight utility category (lb) ·
- 1,900
How many people does the Cessna 170 carry?
The Cessna 170 has four seats: two at station +36 and two at station +70. The FAA data sheet lists a 120 lb baggage limit and a 2200 lb maximum weight in the Normal category.
What engine does the Cessna 170 use?
The Cessna 170 uses a Continental C145-2 engine rated 145 hp at 2700 rpm on 80 minimum octane aviation gasoline. The 170A can also have a C145-2H, and the data sheet refers to an optional engine.
How fast and far does the Cessna 170 fly?
Registry data for the Cessna 170 family (170, 170A, 170B) shows up to 104 kt cruise and up to 370 nm range. These are family maxima, not figures for one variant. The FAA never-exceed speed is 139 kt.
What should I check on a used Cessna 170?
On a Cessna 170, confirm that the cigar lighter wiring AD (CASA AD/CESSNA 170/72) has been done. Inspect the door hinges and pins. On a float-equipped 170A or 170B, check the hydraulic pump. Confirm which wing, flap and fuel system the airplane has.
What is the Cessna 170 Model Guide?
The Cessna 170 Model Guide is a model guide for the Cessna 170, dated 2026.
What year was the Cessna 170 Model Guide published?
The Cessna 170 Model Guide — the Cessna 170 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/CESSNA 170/72 Cigar Lighter WiringService Bulletins
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVEService Bulletins
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. A-799Type Certificate
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESService Bulletins
- Instructions for Continued Airworthiness McFarlane Aviation, Inc. PMA Door Hinges, Cessna 170 SeriesMaintenance Manual
- Cessna 170B Parts CatalogParts Catalog
- Technical Sheet: Cessna 170Specifications
- Cessna 170 Airplane Flight ManualFlight Manual
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In this document
Versions and what changed
The FAA data sheet covers the 170, 170A and 170B. The 170A has a single-strut all-metal wing, revised ailerons and flaps, a dorsal fin and a gravity fuel system. The 170B adds slotted flaps, a revised horizontal tail and a flap limiter. Serial numbers 18000 through 18729 are the original 170. Serial numbers 18730 through 20266, except 19401, are the 170A.
Limits to know before you buy
Per the FAA data sheet, the original 170 uses 80 minimum octane fuel and has a 2700 rpm limit. Its never-exceed speed is 139 kt, maximum structural cruising speed is 122 kt, maneuvering speed is 100 kt and flaps-extended speed is 78 kt. The 170A raises the flaps-extended speed to 87 kt. Normal category weight is 2200 lb and Utility category weight is 1900 lb.
Parts, floats and support
Original Cessna door hinge pins can only be removed by destroying them. McFarlane Aviation makes FAA-approved (PMA) replacement hinges and reusable pins for the 170 series, and recommends replacing the upper and lower hinges together. For 170A and 170B airplanes on Wipline 2100A floats, the Cessna hydraulic pump has been discontinued. Wipaire Service Letter 233 offers a replacement pump as an optional change.
Safety notes
- Check the cigar lighter wiring AD (CASA AD/CESSNA 170/72) on serials 18000-20999 and 25000-27169. It addresses shorting that can cause smoke or fire behind the panel.
- The 170A operation manual says not to operate with less than four quarts of oil. It also says to drain a small amount of fuel from the strainer on the first flight of the day.
- The 170A operation manual says takeoff on less than 1/4 tank is not recommended.
Full document text
Cessna 170 Model Guide The Cessna 170 is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane built from 1948 to 1956 in 170, 170A and 170B versions. The FAA data sheet lists a Continental C145-2 engine rated 145 hp at 2700 rpm and a 2200 lb maximum weight in the Normal category. Registry figures for the whole 170 family show up to 104 kt cruise and up to 370 nm range. • Four seats, 120 lb baggage limit, and 2200 lb maximum weight (Normal category) or 1900 lb (Utility category). • The 170A has a single-strut all-metal wing and a 50° flap setting. The 170B adds slotted flaps. The original 170 has 30° flaps. • Fuel capacity differs by version: 37.5 gal total (33.5 usable) on the original 170, and 42 gal total (37 usable) on the 170A. • Family-level registry maxima are up to 104 kt cruise, 370 nm range and a 15500 ft service ceiling. They are not figures for any one variant. Versions and what changed The FAA data sheet covers the 170, 170A and 170B. The 170A has a single-strut all-metal wing, revised ailerons and flaps, a dorsal fin and a gravity fuel system. The 170B adds slotted flaps, a revised horizontal tail and a flap limiter. Serial numbers 18000 through 18729 are the original 170. Serial numbers 18730 through 20266, except 19401, are the 170A. Limits to know before you buy Per the FAA data sheet, the original 170 uses 80 minimum octane fuel and has a 2700 rpm limit. Its never-exceed speed is 139 kt, maximum structural cruising speed is 122 kt, maneuvering speed is 100 kt and flaps-extended speed is 78 kt. The 170A raises the flaps-extended speed to 87 kt. Normal category weight is 2200 lb and Utility category weight is 1900 lb. Parts, floats and support Original Cessna door hinge pins can only be removed by destroying them. McFarlane Aviation makes FAA-approved (PMA) replacement hinges and reusable pins for the 170 series, and recommends replacing the upper and lower hinges together. For 170A and 170B airplanes on Wipline 2100A floats, the Cessna hydraulic pump has been discontinued. Wipaire Service Letter 233 offers a replacement pump as an optional change. Safety notes: • Check the cigar lighter wiring AD (CASA AD/CESSNA 170/72) on serials 18000-20999 and 25000-27169. It addresses shorting that can cause smoke or fire behind the panel. • The 170A operation manual says not to operate with less than four quarts of oil. It also says to drain a small amount of fuel from the strainer on the first flight of the day. • The 170A operation manual says takeoff on less than 1/4 tank is not recommended.