The Cessna 180 (ICAO type C180) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,200 kg. It offers a maximum range of 890 nm, a cruise speed of 141 knots, a service ceiling of 20,000 ft and seating for up to 5 across its variants.
Cessna 180
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 3,479
- Active
- 3,446
- Origin
- United States
Comparable listings
26 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 180 | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180A 180A | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180B 180B | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180C 180C | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180D 180D | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180E 180E | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180F 180F | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180G 180G | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180H 180H | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180J 180J | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
| 180K 180K | — | 1,200 kg | 890 nm | 141 kt | 5 |
The FAA paperwork
TCDS 5A6 · Rev 67 · issued 2011-01-05
- Category
- Normal
- MTOW
- 1,157 kg
- Seats
- 1 crew · 3 passengers
- Fuel
- 208 L
Continental O-470-A, O-470-J or O-470-K
Part 3 of the Civil Air Regulations dated November 1, 1949, as amended by 3-1 through 3-8 except Paragraphs 3.265 and 3.668 of 3-7.
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Cessna 180 market & fleet intelligence
Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 180 fleet — updated daily.
67 yearsmedian age
Of the 2,959 registered Cessna 180 with a known build year (85% of the 3,479 we track), the median age is 67 years.
111changed registration in 12 months
111 of the 3,479 registered Cessna 180 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (3% of the fleet), across 111 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.
- Aircraft seen flying
- 89
- Tracked flights
- 210
- Tracked flight hours
- 465
- Share of fleet flying
- 3%
89 Cessna 180 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (3% of the registered fleet), across 210 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.
26Cessna 180 listed for sale
Asking prices from $6K to $399K, typically $160K–$250K — based on 81 USD asking prices on Sprinkle, not an appraisal.
Cessna 180 manuals & documents
42 documents for the Cessna 180 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Service Bulletins · Weight & Balance · Wiring Diagrams · Other Documents · Model Guide · Airworthiness Directives · Normal Procedures · Supplemental Type Certificate · Performance Data. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This Owner's Manual is designed for the Cessna 180K, providing essential information for pilots to operate the aircraft safely and efficiently. It covers the aircraft's performance specifications, operating procedures, and maintenance guidelines. The manual emphasizes the importance of familiarizing oneself with the aircraft's systems and controls to maximize performance and safety. Pilots are encouraged to read the manual thoroughly and refer to it frequently to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the aircraft's capabilities and requirements.
- Maximum gross weight: 2,800 lbs
- Climb rate: 1,090 fpm at sea level
- Maximum speed: 170 mph at sea level
- Range: 925 miles at 10,000 ft with 70 gallons of fuel
- Takeoff distance over 50 ft obstacle: 1,205 ft
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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.
Pilot's Operating Handbook
- ReadSupplemental Airplane Flight Manual2017405 KB · via aerocet.com
- ReadCessna MODEL 180K1970242 pages · 11.7 MB · via www.air-hart.com
- ReadCessna-180-Owners-Manual-1964.pdf - JasonBlair.net37 pages · 20.1 MB · via jasonblair.net
- ReadYour 1959 CESSNA56 pages · 50.5 MB · via cdn1.site-media.eu
- ReadCessna 180K POH76 pages · 4.3 MB · via flyskyhoppers.com
Flight Manual
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
- ReadCessna 180 Early Model Parts Catalog20101 pages · 163 KB · via www.acornwelding.com
- ReadCESSNA, 180, 182, Skylane, 185, Skywagon, Exhaust System.20101 pages · 195 KB · via www.acornwelding.com
- ReadInstructions for Continues Airworthiness - McFarlane Aviation11 pages · 646 KB · via media.mcfarlaneaviation.com
Parts Catalog
- ReadSEB-34-33-Stall-Warning-Horn-180-185-188.pdf202314 pages · 1.7 MB · via cessnaowner.org
- ReadIM199-60 Installation Manual with IPL for Conversion Kit Part No. 199-602003818 KB · via clevelandwheelandbrake.com
- ReadCESSNA 180/185 and AGCARRYALL PARTS CATALOG1963740 pages · 59.5 MB · via www.mennen.org
- ReadCessna 180 Parts Catalog590 pages · 25.3 MB · via www.aeroelectric.com
Service Bulletins
- ReadCessna 180 Service Bulletins20133 pages · 34 KB · via www.casa.gov.au
- ReadALERT SERVICE BULLETIN - Hartzell Propeller200816 pages · 132 KB · via hartzellprop.com
- ReadAD/CESSNA 180/89 - Crew Seat Back Cylinder Lock Modification20072 pages · 23 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
- ReadAIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE AD/CESSNA 180/84 KAP 140 Autopilot System20042 pages · 25 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
- ReadSEB95-3 R1 - McFarlane Aviation200142 pages · 1.4 MB · via www.mcfarlaneaviation.com
- ReadSERVICE BULLETIN - Wing X Stol19966 pages · 35 KB · via www.wingxstol.com
- ReadAD/CESSNA 180/67 Aileron Balance Weight 1/84 - CASA19841 pages · 10 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
Weight & Balance
Wiring Diagrams
Other Documents
- ReadType Acceptance Report TAR 99/11 — Cessna 180 Series201913 pages · 51 KB · via www.aviation.govt.nz
- ReadAviation Occurrence Report Collision with Terrain Cessna 180K C-GIGK199714 pages · 408 KB · via www.tsb.gc.ca
- ReadInstructions for Continued Airworthiness7 pages · 358 KB · via media.mcfarlaneaviation.com
Model Guide
Airworthiness Directives
- ReadAirworthiness Directive Schedule - Cessna 180 Series - CAA202014 pages · 239 KB · via www.aviation.govt.nz
- ReadAD 2020-21-22 - McFarlane Aviation202010 pages · 152 KB · via media.mcfarlaneaviation.com
- ReadAirworthiness Directive - AD/CESSNA 180/15 Amdt 4 - Rear Spar20045 pages · 87 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
- ReadAD/CESSNA 180/79 - Wing Lower Spar Cap Angle Stiffener - CASA19981 pages · 11 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
- ReadAD/CESSNA 180/70 Amdt 1 - Fuel Filler Caps and Adaptors - CASA19881 pages · 12 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
- ReadSCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES19781 pages · 10 KB · via services.casa.gov.au
Normal Procedures
Supplemental Type Certificate
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What is the range of the Cessna 180?
The Cessna 180 has a maximum range of 890 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Cessna 180 carry?
The Cessna 180 seats up to 5 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Cessna 180?
The Cessna 180's maximum take-off weight is 1,200 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 180?
The Cessna 180's ICAO type designator is C180.
How many Cessna 180 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 3,479 registered Cessna 180 airframes worldwide.
Registered 180 aircraft
Individual 180 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N80HX· 2010
- N20550· 1981
- N20379· 1981
- N41BX· 1981
- N20514· 1981
- N591NC· 1981
- C-GRUM· 1981
- N180AH· 1981
- N6TK· 1981
- N315AG· 1981
- N20463· 1981
- N20605· 1981
- VH-MQQ· 1981
- N180HK· 1981
- N19694· 1981
- N8180· 1981
- N180FN· 1981
- N20640· 1981
- N92AT· 1981
- C-GNLJ· 1981
- N20315· 1981
- N181RP· 1981
- C-GGVT· 1981
- N19914· 1981