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Piper PA-28R Arrow III · Specifications

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This document provides specifications for the Piper PA-28R Arrow III, detailing its weights, powerplant, fuel system, and performance metrics. It is intended for pilots and aviation enthusiasts seeking technical information about this aircraft model. Key specifications include engine details, fuel capacity, and operational limits, which are crucial for flight planning and safe operation. The document also includes practical pilot tips for engine starting and cruise settings, making it a useful reference for both new and experienced pilots.

Engine: Lycoming IO-360, 200 BHP @ 2700 RPM
Total Fuel Capacity: 50 Gal, Usable: 48 Gal
Best Glide Speed: 105 MPH
Stall Speed (Landing Configuration): 64 MPH
Max Gross Weight: 2,650 lbs

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Specifications

Range (nm): 500
Engine (hp): 200
Propeller: Hartzell
Engine model: Lycoming IO-360
Cruise speed (kt): 135
Empty weight (lb): 1,622
Fuel capacity (gal): 50
Max takeoff weight (lb): 2,650

Performance

Fuel burn (gph): 10.5
Max crosswind (kt): 20
Best glide speed (kt): 105
Stall speed clean (kt): 71
Stall speed landing (kt): 64

V-speeds

VA: 131
VR: 65
VX: 85
VY: 95
VFE: 125
VNE: 214
VNO: 170
VS1: 71
VSO: 64

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb): 1,028
Max takeoff weight (lb): 2,650

Documentation completeness

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Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Piper PA-28R Arrow III.

Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
Checklist
Maintenance Manual
Parts Catalog (IPC)
Systems & Wiring
Service Bulletins
Type Certificate (TCDS)

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Weights

The document lists the empty weight of the Piper PA-28R Arrow III as 1,622 lbs, with a maximum gross weight of 2,650 lbs, resulting in a useful load of 1,028 lbs.

Powerplant

The aircraft is powered by a Lycoming IO-360 engine, producing 200 BHP at 2,700 RPM. It features a Hartzell constant speed propeller, with recommended cruise RPM settings between 2,400 and 2,600 RPM.

Fuel System

The total fuel capacity is 50 gallons, with 48 gallons usable. The aircraft requires 100LL or 100 grade fuel and has a fuel burn rate of approximately 10.5 GPH. The fuel system includes two vented tanks and an electric fuel pump that must be on for takeoff and landing.

Performance Metrics

Key performance metrics include a best glide speed of 105 MPH, stall speeds of 64 MPH (landing configuration) and 71 MPH (clean configuration), and a maximum structural cruising speed of 170 MPH. The aircraft has a demonstrated crosswind component of 20 knots.

Tire Inflation

The recommended tire pressures are 27 PSI for the mains and 30 PSI for the nose gear.

Safety notes

The electric fuel pump must be on for takeoff, landing, and when switching tanks.
Avoid continuous operation between 2000-2350 RPM.

Full document text

Piper Arrow Specs Weights Powerplant Engine: Lycoming IO-360, 200 BHP @ 2700 RPM. Four cylinders, direct drive, horizontally opposed, air- cooled, fuel-injected. Propeller: Hartzell constant speed, controllable pitch. Avoid continuous operation between 2000-2350 RPM. Normal RPM settings for cruise flight are between 2400-2600 RPM. Oil: Maximum 8.0 qts. Minimum for Local Flight 6.0 qts. Minimum for X-Country 7.0 qts. Grade and Type Phillips 20W-50 X-C Fuel System Fuel: Approved Grades 100LL (blue), 100 (green) Total Fuel 50 Gal. Total Useable 48 Gal. Fuel Burn Approx 10.5 GPH – Consult POH System Description: This aircraft is fuel-injected. The airplane is equipped with a standard fuel system consisting of two vented fuel tanks, a fuel tank selector valve, fuel strainer, manual primer, an engine-driven fuel pump, and an auxiliary electric fuel pump. Fuel is pressure fed from the wing tanks to the Aircraft # Empty Weight Empty Moment Max Gross Weight Useful Load N32622 1,622 lbs 135,996 2,650 lbs 1028 lbs fuel selector valve, through a fuel strainer to fuel pumps and then to the fuel manifold where it is injected directly into the cylinders. Usable capacity at the bottom of the indicator tab is 17 gallons. • The fuel selector should be set to the fullest tank for takeoff and landing. • The electric fuel pump must be on for takeoff, landing, and when switching tanks. Landing Gear and Brakes Tire Inflation: Speeds MPH Best Glide Speed Vg 105 Stall in Landing Configuration Vso 64 Stall in Clean Configuration Vs1 71 Rotate Speed VR 65 Best Angle of Climb: Gear Down/Up Vx 85/96 Best Rate of Climb: Gear Down/Up Vy 95/100 Enroute Climb - 110 Maneuvering Speed Va 131 Flap Extension Speed Vfe 125 Max Structural Cruising Speed Vno 170 Never Exceed Vne 214 Demonstrated Crosswind Component - 20 Max Gear Extension 150 Max Gear Retraction 125 ✈ Pilot Tips: • Prime for only about 2-3 seconds for a cold engine. A hot start will take no prime at all. It will be difficult or impossible if primed for a hot start. • Cruise speed 135 kts. • Normal cruise power setting is 22” MP and 2400 RPM. • Range: 500 nm w/ Reserves Mains 27 PSI Nose 30 PSI

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