1946 Piper J3 CubSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Mchenry, IL 60050 United States
This 1946 Piper J3 Cub, offered for sale at $32,000 and located in McHenry, Illinois, presents 2,775 hours total time on the airframe. Its engine was overhauled 370 hours ago in 2019. The aircraft features metal spars, heavy forks, and sealed struts, and it was recovered in 1972. More recently, a new jackscrew and new rudder were installed, and all tail surfaces were recovered in 2016.
The seller describes it as beautifully balanced and a great flying Cub. Prospective buyers can read about this particular aircraft in the May 2021 issue of Sport Aviation. According to the seller, the aircraft has no damage history.
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Backcountry, Recreational
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 2,775 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 370 hrs (SMOH)
Additional Equipment
Metal Spars
Heavy Forks
Sealed Struts
Interior & Exterior
- Exterior Notes
- Recovered in 1972. New jackscrew, new rudder, all tail surfaces recovered 2016.
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- C65/85
Asking Price
$32,000
Aircraft Location
Mchenry, IL 60050 United States
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Sep 23, 2026: $32,000 - barnstormers
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Asking Price
$32,000
Aircraft Location
Mchenry, IL 60050 United States
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Sep 23, 2026: $32,000 - barnstormers
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$32,000