Cessna 172S Quick Reference Handbook

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Performance – Standard Specifications
SPEED:
Maximum at Sea Level ....................................................... 126 KTS
Cruise, 75% Power at 8500 FT ............................................ 124 KTS
CRUISE:
Using recommended lean mixture with fuel allowance for engine start, taxi,
takeoff, climb and 45 minutes reserve.
75% Power at 8500 Ft ................................................ Range 518NM
53 Gallons Usable Fuel .............................................. Time 4.25 HRS
RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL ................................................... 730 FPM
SERVICE CEILING .................................................................. 14,000 FT
TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE:
Ground Roll ......................................................................... 960 FT
Total Distance Over 50 Ft. Obstacle ...................................... 1630 FT
LANDING PERFORMANCE:
Ground Roll ......................................................................... 575 FT
Total Distance Over 50 Ft. Obstacle ...................................... 1335 FT
STALL SPEED:
Flaps Up, Power Off ............................................................ 48 KIAS
Flaps Down, Power Off ........................................................ 40 KIAS
MAXIMUM WEIGHT:
Ramp ............................................................ 2558 LBS / 1162.7 KG
Takeoff.......................................................... 2550 LBS / 1159.1 KG
Landing ......................................................... 2550 LBS / 1159.1 KG
BASIC EMPTY WEIGHT .......................................... 1747.8 LBS / 794.5 KG
MAXIMUM USEFUL LOAD ........................................ 802.2 LBS / 364.6 KG
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE ............................................... 120 LBS / 54.5 KG
WING LOADING ............................................................... 14.7 Lbs/Sq Ft
POWER LOADING ................................................................ 14.2 Lbs/HP
FUEL CAPACITY ....................................................... 56 GAL / 213 LITRES
OIL CAPACITY .............................................................................. 8 QTS
ENGINE: Textron Lycoming ................................................... IO-360-L2A
180 BHP at 2700 RPM
PROPELLER: Fixed Pitch, Diameter ................................................. 76 IN
The above performance figures are based on aeroplane weights at 2550
pounds, standard atmospheric conditions, level hard-surface dry runways
and no wind. They are calculated values derived from flight tests
conducted by the Cessna Aircraft Company under carefully documented
conditions and will vary with individual aeroplanes and numerous other
factors affecting flight performance.

Cessna 172S Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Cessna
Engine	Lycoming IO-360-L2A
Horsepower	180 hp
Fuel Capacity	56 US gallons (212 liters)
Seating Capacity	4
Type	Single-engine, high-wing
Cruise Speed	124 knots
Range	696 nm (801 mi, 1, 289 km)
Service Ceiling	13, 500 ft (4, 115 m)
Wingspan	36 ft 1 in (11.0 m)
Length	27 feet 2 inches
Height	8 feet 11 inches
Max Takeoff Weight	2, 550 pounds
Maximum Speed	163 knots
Rate of Climb	721 feet per minute (3.66 m/s)
Takeoff Distance	1, 630 ft (497 m)
Landing Distance	1, 335 ft (407 m)