Data Sheet - Cessna 172RG
Cessna 172RG Cutlass · Type Certificate
Overview
This document is a data sheet for the Cessna 172RG, detailing its specifications, operational limits, and system descriptions. It is intended for pilots and aviation enthusiasts who require detailed information about the aircraft's performance, weight limits, powerplant specifications, fuel system, landing gear, electrical system, and speeds. The data sheet provides essential information for safe operation and understanding of the aircraft's capabilities.
- Empty weight ranges from 1692.5 lb to 1697.7 lb.
- Maximum ramp weight is 2658 lb, with a useful load of approximately 965 lb.
- The Lycoming O-360 engine produces 180 BHP at 2700 RPM.
- Total fuel capacity is 66.0 gallons, with 62.0 gallons usable.
- Best glide speed is 73 KIAS at 2350 lbs.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.purdueaviationllc.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Type Certificate
- Year
- 2010
- Pages
- 3
- File size
- 96 KB
- Publisher
- www.purdueaviationllc.com
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In this document
Weights
The Cessna 172RG has specific weight limits including an empty weight ranging from 1692.5 lb to 1697.7 lb, and a maximum ramp weight of 2658 lb. The useful load is approximately 965 lb, with baggage weight limits set at 200 lb, divided into Area 1 (200 lb) and Area 2 (50 lb).
Powerplant
The aircraft is powered by a Lycoming O-360 engine, producing 180 BHP at 2700 RPM. It features four cylinders, is air-cooled, and carburetor-equipped. The oil capacity is 8 quarts, with minimum requirements of 6 quarts for local flights and 7 quarts for cross-country flights. Fuel grades approved for use are 100LL (blue) and 100 (green), with a total fuel capacity of 66.0 gallons, of which 62.0 gallons are usable.
Landing Gear and Brakes
The Cessna 172RG is equipped with retractable tricycle landing gear with a steerable nosewheel. The main gear struts utilize tubular spring steel for shock absorption, while the nose gear strut is air/oil. The system includes hydraulic disc brakes and a manual hydraulic pump for gear extension in case of power failure.
Speeds
Key performance speeds include a best glide speed of 73 KIAS at 2350 lbs, stall speeds of 42 KIAS (landing configuration) and 50 KIAS (cruise configuration), and a rotate speed of 55 KIAS. The maximum structural cruising speed is 145 KIAS, and the never exceed speed is 164 KIAS.
Full document text
Data Sheet - Cessna 172RG Weights Aircraft Number Empty Weight Empty Moment Useful Load 9584B 6330V 1692.5 lb. 1697.7 lb. 64803.0 64209.8 965.0 lb. 960.3 Maximum Weights Ramp Weight 2658 lb. Takeoff Weight 2650 lb. Landing Weight 2650 lb. Baggage Weight 200 lb. Area 1 200 lb. Area 2 50 lb. Powerplant Engine: Lycoming O-360, 180BHP @ 2700 RPM. Four cylinders, direct drive, horizontally opposed, air cooled, carburetor-equipped. Oil: Full 8 qt. Min. for Local Flight 6 qt. Min. for X-Country 7 qt. Grade and Type Summer - 100W50 wt. Winter - 65W30 wt. Fuel System Fuel: Approved Grades 100LL (blue), 100 (green) Total Fuel 66.0 Gal. Total Usable 62.0 Gal. System Description: The airplane is equipped with a standard fuel system consisting of two vented fuel tanks, a fuel tank selector valve, fuel strainer, manual primer, engine driven fuel pump, auxiliary electric fuel pump, and carburetor. Fuel flows by gravity from one or both tanks, through a fuel strainer to the auxiliary pump and engine driven pump to the carburetor. From the carburetor, the fuel/air mixture flows to the cylinders. The auxiliary fuel pump should be used whenever fuel pressure falls below .5 psi. The fuel selector should be in the BOTH position for takeoff, climb, descent, landing, and maneuvers that involve prolonged slips or skids. Operation from either the LEFT or RIGHT position is reserved for level cruising flight only. Lafayette Aviation Inc. Cessna 172RG Data Sheet 12/15/10 Landing Gear and Brakes System Description: Landing gear is a retractable tricycle type with a steerable nosewheel. Shock absorption is accomplished through tubular spring steel main gear struts and an air/oil nose gear strut. Nose wheel steering will turn the nose wheel through a 15 degree arc each side of center. Differential braking will increase the turning arc up to 30 degrees each side of center. Each main gear is equipped with a hydraulically actuated disc type brake. When the gear lever is moved up or down, it creates a pressure change which electrically activates the hydraulic power pack which then hydraulically raises or lowers the gear. The gear is held in the UP position by hydraulic pressure and in the DOWN position by mechanical locks. A squat switch on the nose gear prevents inadvertent raising of the gear while on the ground. A hand operated hydraulic pump is provided for manual extension of the landing gear in the event of a hydraulic power pack failure. A gear warning horn sounds when the one or all of the gear are not locked down and the manifold pressure drops below 12 inches or flaps are extended beyond 20 degrees. A green gear light indicates all three gear are down and locked. An amber light indicates that all of the gear are up and locked. No lights illuminated indicates gear in transition. Tire Inflation: Mains 40-50 psi. Nose 60-68 psi. Electrical System Alternator - 28 volt, 60 ampere Battery - 24 volt System Description: Power is supplied to most general electrical items through the primary bus. All avionics are powered by the avionics bus. The two busses are tied together through the avionics power switch, which also functions as a circuit breaker for the avionics bus. The ammeter is connected to the battery and shows whether the battery is charging or discharging. Pitot-Static System System Description: The system is standard with a heated pitot head under the left wing and static ports on both sides of the nose cowling. The alternate static source is located on the panel below the throttle and supplies static pressure from inside the cockpit. Lafayette Aviation Inc. Cessna 172RG Data Sheet 12/15/10 Speeds BEST GLIDE SPEED2350 lbs. 73 KIAS 1850 lbs. 61 KIAS Stall in landing configuration Vso 42 KIAS Stall in cruise configuration Vs1 50 KIAS Rotate Speed Vr 55 KIAS Best angle of climb Vx 67 KIAS (GEAR UP) Vx 63 KIAS (GEAR DOWN) Best rate of climb Vy 84 KIAS Maneuvering Speed Va 2650 lb. 106 KIAS 1850 lb. 89 KIAS Flaps extended Vfe 0-10° 130 KIAS 10-30° 100 KIAS Max. Landing Gear Operating Speed Vlo 140 KIAS Max. Landing Gear Extended Speed Vle 164 KIAS Max. Structural Cruising Speed Vno 145 KIAS Enroute Climb Speed 85-95 KIAS Approach Speed 60-70 KIAS Never Exceed Vne 164 KIAS Demonstrated Crosswind Component 15 KTS Lafayette Aviation Inc. Cessna 172RG Data Sheet 12/15/10