Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide
Cessna 208B Grand Caravan · Model Guide
Overview
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan is a single-engine, fixed-gear turboprop with a first year of 1990. It has a PT6A-114A engine flat rated at 675 shaft horsepower. The library lists 9 to 14 seats. The G1000 cargo-version handbook gives a maximum takeoff weight of 8750 lb, a useful load of 4105 lb and a maximum cruise of 175 kt at 10,000 ft.
- G1000 cargo version: 8750 lb max takeoff, 4680 lb standard empty, 4105 lb max useful load.
- Max cruise at 10,000 ft is 175 kt (cargo) or 184 kt (passenger). Service ceiling is 22,800 ft.
- Check which engine or weight STCs are fitted. The TPE331-12JR and PT6A-42A swaps change performance and fuel flow.
- Inspect horizontal stabilizer mount bolts for corrosion and torque. A 15,000-hour 1988 airframe had a broken one.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 51 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Seats max ·
- 14
- Seats min ·
- 9
- First year ·
- 1,990
- Engine model ·
- PT6A-114A
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 335.6
- Propeller diameter (in) ·
- 106
- Power loading lbs per shp ·
- 13
- Wing loading lbs per sqft ·
- 31.3
Performance
- Service ceiling (ft) ·
- 22,800
- Landing ground roll (ft) ·
- 915
- Takeoff ground roll (ft) ·
- 1,405
- Max operating altitude (ft) ·
- 25,000
- Rate of climb sea level (fpm) ·
- 925
- Cruise speed cargo 10000ft (kt) ·
- 175
- Cruise speed passenger 10000ft (kt) ·
- 184
- Range cargo max cruise 10000ft (nm) ·
- 862
V-speeds
- VX_KTS ·
- 72
- VY_KTS ·
- 104
- VMO_KTS ·
- 175
- MAX_CROSSWIND_KTS ·
- 20
- STALL_FLAPS_UP_KTS ·
- 78
- VFE_FULL_FLAPS_KTS ·
- 125
- STALL_FLAPS_FULL_KTS ·
- 61
- VA_AT_MAX_WEIGHT_KTS ·
- 148
Weight & balance
- Usable fuel (lb) ·
- 2,224
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 335.6
- Max ramp weight (lb) ·
- 8,785
- Max useful load (lb) ·
- 4,105
- Max landing weight (lb) ·
- 8,500
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 8,750
- Standard empty weight (lb) ·
- 4,680
How far can it fly?
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan G1000 cargo version lists 862 NM at max cruise at 10,000 ft and 963 NM at max range. The passenger version lists 907 NM at max cruise. These figures include fuel allowances and 45 minutes reserve.
How many seats does it have?
The library lists 9 to 14 seats for the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan. The FAA says it is certificated in the normal category for nine passenger seats or less, excluding pilot seats.
How much runway does it need?
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan G1000 cargo version lists a takeoff ground roll of 1405 ft and 2500 ft over a 50 ft obstacle. Landing is 915 ft ground roll and 1740 ft over a 50 ft obstacle.
How long do the engine and propeller last?
One survey operator of the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan lists a PT6A-114A overhaul at 4,600 hours. It lists the three-blade propeller at 4,000 hours or 10 years. Confirm the limits for the specific aircraft.
What is the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide?
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide is a model guide for the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, dated 2026.
What year was the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide published?
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide — the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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Payload, fuel and field performance
The G1000 cargo version lists 8785 lb ramp, 8750 lb takeoff and 8500 lb landing weight. Fuel capacity is 335.6 gal, with 2224 lb usable. Takeoff ground roll is 1405 ft (2500 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Landing ground roll is 915 ft (1740 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Stall speed is 78 kt flaps up and 61 kt flaps full.
Seats and certification
The library lists 9 to 14 seats. An FAA Cert Alert says the Caravan is certificated in the normal category for nine passenger seats or less, excluding pilot seats. In Part 91 flying the second pilot seat may carry a passenger. Section 135.113 bars this in scheduled passenger service when configured with 9 or more passenger seats.
Modifications and engine life
Supervan's TPE331-12JR STC fits a 900 shp Honeywell engine with a 4-blade propeller. It is compatible with the 8950 lb and 9062 lb gross weight STCs. Fuel flow can exceed the PT6A-114A, cutting range. A Blackhawk PT6A-42A STC is not compatible with G1000 aircraft. A survey operator lists 4,600 hours engine overhaul and 4,000 hours or 10 years for the propeller.
Safety notes
- Stabilizer bolts: the FAA found broken, corroded horizontal stabilizer mount bolts on three 208/208B airplanes. Follow the maintenance manual and Service Bulletin CAB01-8 torque.
- ATSB report: selecting 30° flap on a Cessna 208B caused a violent left roll. Retracting to 20° flap restored partial control. Check the flap system closely.
- Known-icing equipment does not cover freezing rain, freezing drizzle, mixed or severe icing. Flight in those conditions is prohibited.
Full document text
Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Model Guide The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan is a single-engine, fixed-gear turboprop with a first year of 1990. It has a PT6A-114A engine flat rated at 675 shaft horsepower. The library lists 9 to 14 seats. The G1000 cargo-version handbook gives a maximum takeoff weight of 8750 lb, a useful load of 4105 lb and a maximum cruise of 175 kt at 10,000 ft. • G1000 cargo version: 8750 lb max takeoff, 4680 lb standard empty, 4105 lb max useful load. • Max cruise at 10,000 ft is 175 kt (cargo) or 184 kt (passenger). Service ceiling is 22,800 ft. • Check which engine or weight STCs are fitted. The TPE331-12JR and PT6A-42A swaps change performance and fuel flow. • Inspect horizontal stabilizer mount bolts for corrosion and torque. A 15,000-hour 1988 airframe had a broken one. Payload, fuel and field performance The G1000 cargo version lists 8785 lb ramp, 8750 lb takeoff and 8500 lb landing weight. Fuel capacity is 335.6 gal, with 2224 lb usable. Takeoff ground roll is 1405 ft (2500 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Landing ground roll is 915 ft (1740 ft over a 50 ft obstacle). Stall speed is 78 kt flaps up and 61 kt flaps full. Seats and certification The library lists 9 to 14 seats. An FAA Cert Alert says the Caravan is certificated in the normal category for nine passenger seats or less, excluding pilot seats. In Part 91 flying the second pilot seat may carry a passenger. Section 135.113 bars this in scheduled passenger service when configured with 9 or more passenger seats. Modifications and engine life Supervan's TPE331-12JR STC fits a 900 shp Honeywell engine with a 4-blade propeller. It is compatible with the 8950 lb and 9062 lb gross weight STCs. Fuel flow can exceed the PT6A-114A, cutting range. A Blackhawk PT6A-42A STC is not compatible with G1000 aircraft. A survey operator lists 4,600 hours engine overhaul and 4,000 hours or 10 years for the propeller. Safety notes: • Stabilizer bolts: the FAA found broken, corroded horizontal stabilizer mount bolts on three 208/208B airplanes. Follow the maintenance manual and Service Bulletin CAB01-8 torque. • ATSB report: selecting 30° flap on a Cessna 208B caused a violent left roll. Retracting to 20° flap restored partial control. Check the flap system closely. • Known-icing equipment does not cover freezing rain, freezing drizzle, mixed or severe icing. Flight in those conditions is prohibited.