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Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide

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Overview

The Piper PA-28R Arrow III is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane with retractable gear, built from 1977 to 1982. The PA-28R-201 handbook lists a 200 hp Lycoming IO-360-C1C6, a 2750 lb maximum weight and a 200 lb baggage limit. The source documents mix Arrow II and Arrow III data, so match any figure to the specific airframe's own POH.

  • Handbook limits: 2750 lb max weight, 200 lb baggage, 200 hp at 2700 RPM from a fuel-injected Lycoming IO-360-C1C6.
  • Gear speeds: extend at or below 129 KIAS, retract at or below 107 KIAS. Flaps limit is 103 KIAS.
  • One owner spec sheet quotes cruise of about 135 kts at roughly 10.5 gph, with a 500 nm range including reserves.
  • Confirm the POH matches the airframe serial number. The copies in circulation cover different Arrow models.

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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.

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Document details

Type
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Model Guide
Year
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2026
File size
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50 KB
Copy found at
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sprinkle.com

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Total fuel (gal)
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50
Engine power (hp)
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200
Usable fuel (gal)
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48
Max baggage weight (lb)
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200
Max takeoff weight (lb)
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2,750

Performance

Range (nm)
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500
Cruise speed (kt)
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135
Cruise fuel burn (gph)
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10.5
Example climb rate gear up (fpm)
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510
Example takeoff ground roll 25 flap (ft)
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1,125
Example takeoff distance over 50ft 25 flap (ft)
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1,850

V-speeds

VFE_KTS
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103
VNE_KTS
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183
VNO_KTS
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146
VSO_KTS
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55
BEST_GLIDE_KTS
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79
VLE_EXTEND_KTS
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129
VA_AT_2750_LBS_KTS
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118
GEAR_RETRACT_MAX_KTS
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107

Weight & balance

Cg aft limit (in)
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91.5
Max baggage weight (lb)
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200
Max takeoff weight (lb)
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2,750
Cg forward limit at 2375 lbs (in)
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82
Cg forward limit at 2750 lbs (in)
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88.9
About this document
How much can the Piper PA-28R Arrow III carry?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow III seats four. The PA-28R-201 handbook sets maximum weight at 2750 lb, with 200 lb of baggage. Check the airframe's own weight and balance report for its actual useful load.

What fuel does the Piper PA-28R Arrow III use?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow III handbook calls for 100 or 100LL aviation grade. One spec sheet gives 50 gal total and 48 gal usable, with a burn of about 10.5 gph.

When was the Piper PA-28R Arrow III built?

The model record shows the Piper PA-28R Arrow III in production from 1977 to 1982 as a four-seat piston single.

What is the Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide is a model guide for the Piper PA-28R Arrow III, dated 2026.

What year was the Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide published?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide — the Piper PA-28R Arrow III model guide on file — is dated 2026.

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Loading and fuel

Maximum weight is 2750 lb, with up to 200 lb in the baggage area. CG limits run from 88.9 in aft of datum (forward limit at 2750 lb) to 91.5 in aft. At 2375 lb and below the forward limit is 82.0 in. One owner spec sheet gives 50 gal total fuel and 48 gal usable. Oil capacity is 8 qt maximum.

Takeoff and climb examples

The Operating Data Manual's example is 2600 lb, 1900 ft pressure altitude, 20°C and a 4 kt headwind. With 25° flaps it needs 1850 ft to clear 50 ft, with a 1125 ft ground roll. With 0° flaps it needs 2550 ft. Gear-up climb at 90 KIAS gave 510 fpm at 6000 ft, 10°C and 2750 lb. Best glide is 79 KIAS.

What to check when buying

Check the engine: oil pressure green arc is 60 to 90 PSI and the oil temperature red line is 245°F. Check the gear: 3 green lights, a working emergency gear extension, and the squat switch. Also check the alternator belt, and drain the fuel sumps and strainer. Confirm which propeller (McCauley or Hartzell) is fitted.

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Safety notes

  • No acrobatic maneuvers including spins. With the McCauley propeller, avoid continuous operation between 1500 and 1950 rpm below 15 inches manifold pressure.
  • Emergency gear extension: slow to 87 KIAS or below, selector DOWN, use the emergency gear lever as required, and fishtail the airplane.
  • Maneuvering speed drops from 118 KIAS at 2750 lb to 96 KIAS at 1865 lb. Avoid full or abrupt control movements above it.

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Piper PA-28R Arrow III Model Guide The Piper PA-28R Arrow III is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane with retractable gear, built from 1977 to 1982. The PA-28R-201 handbook lists a 200 hp Lycoming IO-360-C1C6, a 2750 lb maximum weight and a 200 lb baggage limit. The source documents mix Arrow II and Arrow III data, so match any figure to the specific airframe's own POH. • Handbook limits: 2750 lb max weight, 200 lb baggage, 200 hp at 2700 RPM from a fuel-injected Lycoming IO-360-C1C6. • Gear speeds: extend at or below 129 KIAS, retract at or below 107 KIAS. Flaps limit is 103 KIAS. • One owner spec sheet quotes cruise of about 135 kts at roughly 10.5 gph, with a 500 nm range including reserves. • Confirm the POH matches the airframe serial number. The copies in circulation cover different Arrow models. Loading and fuel Maximum weight is 2750 lb, with up to 200 lb in the baggage area. CG limits run from 88.9 in aft of datum (forward limit at 2750 lb) to 91.5 in aft. At 2375 lb and below the forward limit is 82.0 in. One owner spec sheet gives 50 gal total fuel and 48 gal usable. Oil capacity is 8 qt maximum. Takeoff and climb examples The Operating Data Manual's example is 2600 lb, 1900 ft pressure altitude, 20°C and a 4 kt headwind. With 25° flaps it needs 1850 ft to clear 50 ft, with a 1125 ft ground roll. With 0° flaps it needs 2550 ft. Gear-up climb at 90 KIAS gave 510 fpm at 6000 ft, 10°C and 2750 lb. Best glide is 79 KIAS. What to check when buying Check the engine: oil pressure green arc is 60 to 90 PSI and the oil temperature red line is 245°F. Check the gear: 3 green lights, a working emergency gear extension, and the squat switch. Also check the alternator belt, and drain the fuel sumps and strainer. Confirm which propeller (McCauley or Hartzell) is fitted. Safety notes: • No acrobatic maneuvers including spins. With the McCauley propeller, avoid continuous operation between 1500 and 1950 rpm below 15 inches manifold pressure. • Emergency gear extension: slow to 87 KIAS or below, selector DOWN, use the emergency gear lever as required, and fishtail the airplane. • Maneuvering speed drops from 118 KIAS at 2750 lb to 96 KIAS at 1865 lb. Avoid full or abrupt control movements above it.

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