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Piper Cherokee specs

Low-wing four-seat single (PA-28 family), simple systems, forgiving handling, ~115–130 kt cruise.

Cost to own a Piper Cherokee

One of the most economical singles to share. Fixed gear, a simple system, and a huge parts supply keep maintenance predictable — ideal for a first partnership.

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Piper Cherokee key specifications

Seats
4
Engine
Lycoming O-360 (PA-28-180)
Horsepower
180 hp
Cruise speed
~120 kt
Range
~560 nm
Useful load
~1,000 lb
Fuel (usable)
48 gal
Landing gear
Fixed tricycle

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

What's different about the Piper Cherokee

  • Low-wing layout and a single cabin door give it a sportier feel than the high-wing Cessnas.
  • The simple, fixed-gear PA-28 airframe is inexpensive to maintain and one of the most common trainers after the 172.
  • The stable laminar "Hershey-bar" wing is predictable; later tapered-wing models add a little speed.

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About the Piper Cherokee

The Piper Cherokee is the low-wing counterpart to the Cessna 172 — the airplane that anchors Piper’s huge PA-28 family, which also includes the Warrior, Archer, and retractable Arrow. Stable, simple, and forgiving, the Cherokee has been a fixture of flight schools and first-time owners for generations, with one of the largest parts and maintenance networks in general aviation behind it.

Fixed gear, uncomplicated systems, and deep parts availability make the Cherokee one of the most economical four-seat singles to own and share. It is a frequent choice for a first partnership precisely because maintenance is so predictable — a group can split the hangar and annual on an airplane that rarely surprises anyone with a big bill.

Piper Cherokee market snapshot

From 16 priced Piper Cherokee listings on the market right now.

Median asking price
$86,250
Average asking price
$96,388
Lowest asking price
$55,000
Highest asking price
$199,500

Based on asking prices of active Piper Cherokee listings aggregated from across the web — not sale prices. Listings without a stated price are excluded.

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Piper Cherokee — frequently asked questions

Quick answers for buyers and prospective co-owners.

Is the Piper Cherokee a good airplane to own?

Very — the low-wing PA-28 family has simple systems, forgiving handling, and a ~115–130 kt cruise. Fixed gear and a huge parts supply make it one of the most economical singles to own and share.

How much does a Cherokee cost to own?

Among the lowest of any four-seat single. Fixed gear and simple systems keep maintenance predictable, which makes it an ideal first partnership airplane.

Cherokee or Cessna 172?

They are close rivals — the Cherokee is low-wing, the 172 high-wing. Both are forgiving, cheap to run, and well-supported; the choice usually comes down to which you trained in and which you prefer to climb into.

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