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Cessna T182T Skylane Specifications

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This document provides detailed specifications for the Cessna T182T Skylane, a high-performance single-engine aircraft. It is designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts who require precise data on the aircraft's performance, dimensions, and operational capabilities. The specifications include information about the powerplant, weight limits, fuel capacity, and performance metrics such as takeoff and landing distances. This reference is essential for understanding the aircraft's capabilities and limitations, ensuring safe and efficient operation.

  • Powerplant: Textron Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A, 235 hp @ 2,400 rpm
  • Maximum gross weight: 3,100 lb
  • Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle: 1,385 ft
  • Cruise speed at 12,500 ft: 158 kt with a range of 594 nm
  • Maximum operating altitude: 20,000 ft

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Specifications

Range (nm)
594
Engine (hp)
235
Height (ft)
9
Length (ft)
29
Propeller
McCauley, 3-blade, constant speed
Wingspan (ft)
36
Engine model
Textron Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A
Max speed (kt)
158
Cruise speed (kt)
158
Empty weight (lb)
2,017
Fuel capacity (gal)
92
Rate of climb (fpm)
1,040
Service ceiling (ft)
20,000
Max takeoff weight (lb)
3,100

Performance

Fuel burn (gph)
17.2
Landing over 50ft
1,350
Max crosswind (kt)
15
Takeoff over 50ft
1,385
Landing distance (ft)
590
Takeoff distance (ft)
775
Stall speed clean (kt)
42
Stall speed landing (kt)
35

V-speeds

VA
110
VR
55
VX
58
VY
80
VFE
140
VNE
175
VNO
140
VS1
42
VSO
35

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb)
1,095
Max ramp weight (lb)
3,112
Baggage allowance (lb)
200
Basic empty weight (lb)
2,017
Max landing weight (lb)
2,950
Max takeoff weight (lb)
3,100
How rare is it?
7CESSNA T182 T registered worldwide · 0 active

Common. Rarer than 8% of the aircraft models we track.

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Powerplant and Weight Specifications

The Cessna T182T is powered by a Textron Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A engine, delivering 235 horsepower at 2,400 RPM. The recommended time between overhaul (TBO) is 2,000 hours. The aircraft has an empty weight of 2,017 pounds, with a maximum ramp weight of 3,112 pounds and a maximum gross weight of 3,100 pounds.

Dimensions and Cabin Specifications

The aircraft measures 29 feet in length, 9 feet 4 inches in height, and has a wingspan of 36 feet. The wing area is 174 square feet, with a wing loading of 17.8 pounds per square foot. The cabin dimensions are 11 feet 2 inches in length, 42 inches in width, and 48.5 inches in height, accommodating up to four seats.

Performance Metrics

The Cessna T182T has a takeoff distance of 775 feet for ground roll and 1,385 feet over a 50-foot obstacle. The maximum demonstrated crosswind component is 15 knots, with a rate of climb at sea level of 1,040 feet per minute. The maximum operating altitude is 20,000 feet.

Airspeeds

Key airspeeds for the Cessna T182T include V X (best angle of climb) at 58 KIAS, V Y (best rate of climb) at 80 KIAS, and V A (design maneuvering) at 110 KIAS. The never exceed speed (V NE) is 175 KIAS.

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Cessna T182T Skylane Specifications Powerplant Textron Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A, 235 hp @ 2,400 rpm Recommended TBO 2,000 hr Propeller McCauley, 3-blade, constant speed Length 29 ft Height 9 ft 4 in Wingspan 36 ft Wing area 174 sq ft Wing loading 17.8 lb/sq ft Power loading 13.2 lb/hp Seats 4 Cabin length 11 ft 2 in Cabin width 42 in Cabin height 48.5 in Empty weight 2,017 lb Empty weight, as tested 2,056 lb Maximum ramp weight 3,112 lb Maximum gross weight 3,100 lb Useful load 1,095 lb Useful load, as tested 1,056 lb Payload w/full fuel 573 lb Payload w/full fuel, as tested 534 lb Maximum takeoff weight 3,100 lb Maximum landing weight 2,950 lb Fuel capacity, std 92 gal (87 gal usable) 552 lb (522 lb usable) Oil capacity 9 qt Baggage capacity 200 lb Performance Takeoff distance, ground roll 775 ft Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle 1,385 ft Max demonstrated crosswind component 15 kt Rate of climb, sea level 1,040 fpm Cruise speed/range w/45-min rsv, std fuel (fuel consumption), 12,500 ft @ 88% power, best economy 158 kt/594 nm (17.2 gph) Maximum operating altitude 20,000 ft Landing distance over 50-ft obstacle 1,350 ft Landing distance, ground roll 590 ft Limiting and Recommended Airspeeds V X (best angle of climb) 58 KIAS V Y (best rate of climb) 80 KIAS V A (design maneuvering) 110 KIAS V FE (max flap extended) 140 KIAS V NO (max structural cruising) 140 KIAS V NE (never exceed) 175 KIAS V R (rotation) 55 KIAS V S1 (stall, clean) 42 KIAS V SO (stall, in landing configuration) 35 KIAS