1946 Republic RC-3 SeabeeSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland
This 1946 Republic RC-3 Seabee, registration N87504, is a classic and rare VFR-only amphibian based in Locarno, Switzerland. The airframe has accumulated 2,488 total hours. Power comes from a Lycoming GO-480-B1A6 engine with 206 hours since a major overhaul performed by Aero Engine Italy on October 10, 2016, and a TBO of 1,400 hours. The three-bladed, reversible Hartzell propeller has 944 hours total time, with 204 hours since its last overhaul on September 19, 2016.
Notable modifications include an Angle of Attack system, engine-driven vacuum pump, King 76A transponder, oversize spray rails, and a Whelen three-strobe light system....
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Amphibious, Classic / Antique, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR
- Seats
- 4
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 2,488 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 206 hrs (SOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 944 hrs (SMOH)
Avionics
Comms
Bendix King VHF COM
Audio
C Sigtronic - Intercom
GPS
Narco VOR - VOR Receiver/Indicator
Additional Equipment
Angle of Attack System
Angle Of Attack System With Cockpit Display Instrument
Vacuum System
Engine Driven Vacuum Pump System
Transponder
King 76A - Transponder
Strobe Lights
Whelen - Three Strobe Light System
ELT
406 Mhz ELT
Fire Extinguisher
Cabin Portable Fire Extinguisher
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Notes
- Beige vinyl and fabric, in good condition
- Exterior Notes
- White with blue and red accents, in good condition
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Make
- Lycoming
- Engine Model
- GO-480-B1A6
- Propeller Model
- Hartzell HC-A3V20-3L/LV9333C-5
Asking Price
$140,632
Aircraft Location
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
May 16, 2026: $140,632(-$1,577) - controller
May 7, 2026: $142,209(+$318) - controller
May 1, 2026: $141,891(+$2,274) - controller
+17 more price changes
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Asking Price
$140,632
Aircraft Location
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
May 16, 2026: $140,632(-$1,577) - controller
May 7, 2026: $142,209(+$318) - controller
May 1, 2026: $141,891(+$2,274) - controller
+17 more price changes
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$140,632