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Cessna 180 specs

Tailwheel high-wing hauler; rugged backcountry and float-capable, strong useful load.

Cost to own a Cessna 180

A backcountry favorite that holds its value. Tailwheel insurance and big tundra tires aside, it’s a durable airframe — partnerships split the hangar and the adventures.

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Cessna 180 key specifications

Seats
4–6
Engine
Continental O-470 (later models)
Horsepower
230 hp
Cruise speed
~143 kt
Range
~860 nm
Useful load
~1,100 lb
Fuel (usable)
55–84 gal
Landing gear
Conventional (tailwheel)

Representative figures for a popular Cessna 180 variant — exact specs vary by model year, engine, and avionics configuration.

What's different about the Cessna 180

  • A tailwheel high-wing hauler with a strong useful load and float capability — the airplane that built Cessna’s backcountry reputation.
  • Suits an owner who flies into rough or short strips, carries real loads, and wants a durable airframe that holds its value.
  • Demands genuine tailwheel proficiency and a tailwheel insurance policy; the conventional gear is the whole point and the main learning curve.

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About the Cessna 180

The Cessna 180 is the tailwheel high-wing hauler that built Cessna’s backcountry reputation — rugged, float-capable, and blessed with a strong useful load. Long before purpose-built bush planes were fashionable, the 180 (and its 185 sibling) was the airplane that flew people and gear into places paved runways never reached, and it remains a favorite for adventure and utility flying.

It is a backcountry favorite that holds its value well — a durable airframe that, tailwheel insurance and big tundra tires aside, rewards an owner for years. Partnerships split the hangar and the adventures, and because the type demands real tailwheel proficiency, a group that flies it regularly stays sharp on an airplane worth staying sharp for.

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Cessna 180 — frequently asked questions

Quick answers for buyers and prospective co-owners.

What is the Cessna 180 used for?

It is a rugged tailwheel high-wing hauler — backcountry- and float-capable with a strong useful load. It is a favorite for bush flying and adventure.

Does the Cessna 180 hold its value?

It is a backcountry favorite that holds its value well. Tailwheel insurance and big tundra tires aside, it is a durable airframe — partnerships split the hangar and the adventures.

Is the 180 hard to fly?

It is a taildragger with real performance, so it demands tailwheel proficiency and respect for crosswinds. With a tailwheel endorsement and some dual, it rewards a careful pilot.

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