1946 Piper J-3 CUBSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Rhinelander, WI, USA
This 1946 Piper J-3 Cub (N6839H) presents as a well-maintained classic with approximately 2,600 total airframe hours and a Continental C85-8 engine showing 285 hours since major overhaul (1,500 total engine time). The aircraft remains in active service, with the seller noting all time figures are approximate due to ongoing flight operations. The fabric-covered airframe is described as being in "great shape," complemented by Cleveland wheels and brakes, gear safety cables, and a Wagaero shoulder harness system for added safety.
Powered by the 85-horsepower Continental engine, this VFR-only Cub features a two-seat configuration with both...
- Year
- 1946
- Make
- Piper
- Series
- J-3
- Model
- J-3 CUB
- Tail #
- N6839H
- Serial #
- Not Listed
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR
- Seats
- 2
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 2,600 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 285 hrs (SMOH)
Avionics
Comms
Sportys - handheld
Audio
Intercom
Additional Equipment
Wheels and Brakes
Cleveland - wheels brakes
Safety Equipment
Gear safety cables
Harness
Wagaero - shoulder harness
Fuel System
Steve's
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Rating
- 8/10
- Paint Rating
- 8/10
- Interior Notes
- Both are 8/10
- Exterior Notes
- Fabric is in great shape
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Make
- Continental
- Engine Model
- C85-8
Asking Price
$44,500
Aircraft Location
Rhinelander, WI, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Aug 13, 2025: $44,500 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$44,500
Aircraft Location
Rhinelander, WI, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Aug 13, 2025: $44,500 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$44,500