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Cessna 172 vs Cirrus SR22

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecCessna 172Cirrus SR22
ICAO typeC172SR22
MTOW1,200 kg1,500 kg
Range700 nm700 nm
Cruise speed140 kt180 kt
Service ceiling17,000 ft17,500 ft
Max seats44
Length8 m8 m
Wingspan11 m12 m
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How does the Cessna 172 compare to the Cirrus SR22 in range?

The Cessna 172 has a range of 700 nm; the Cirrus SR22 has a range of 700 nm.

How does the Cessna 172 compare to the Cirrus SR22 in cruise speed?

The Cessna 172 cruises at 140 kt; the Cirrus SR22 cruises at 180 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Cessna 172 and the Cirrus SR22?

The Cessna 172 has a maximum take-off weight of 1,200 kg, compared with 1,500 kg for the Cirrus SR22.

How many seats do the Cessna 172 and Cirrus SR22 have?

The Cessna 172 seats up to 4; the Cirrus SR22 seats up to 4.

What ICAO type codes do the Cessna 172 and Cirrus SR22 use?

The Cessna 172 is ICAO type C172; the Cirrus SR22 is ICAO type SR22.