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1951 Cessna 170ASingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1951 Cessna 170A (registration N1401D) presents as a well-maintained tailwheel trainer with 3,903 total airframe hours and a Continental C-145-2 engine showing 577 hours since major overhaul. The McCauley 1A170/DM7655 propeller has 159 hours SMOH. The aircraft maintains its original 170A airframe configuration with classic metal wings featuring barn-door flaps, and the interior preserves the factory layout with acceptable 6/10 condition upholstery and carpets.

The panel combines vintage and modern elements, retaining the traditional six-pack instrumentation while upgrading to motorized gyros in 2021 and adding an Appareo Stratus ESG...

Year
1951
Make
Cessna
Series
170
Model
170A
Tail #
1401D
Serial #
19984

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Training, Recreational, Utility
Flight Rules
VFR
Useful Load
847 lbs
Seats
4

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Engine 1 Time
577 hrs (SMOH)
Prop 1 Time
159 hrs (SMOH)
Inspection Status
Last Inspection: 9/17/2024

Avionics

Comms

Garmin GTR 225 - GTR radio

ADSB

Appareo Stratus ESG - ADS-B compliant transponder ESG)

Additional Equipment

Cowl Cover

insulated cowl cover

Cabin Cover

cabin/windshield cover

Control Locks

lock-bar style control lock -control locks for ailerons, flaps, and rudder

Tow Bar

Engine Heater

portable engine heater (propane)

Interior & Exterior

Interior Rating
6/10
Interior Notes
Interior layout matches the original design, with no significant modifications. Carpets and upholstery are in acceptable condition, with no significant defects (6/10).

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Make
Continental
Engine Model
C-145-2
Propeller Model
McCauley 1A170/DM7655

Asking Price

$60,000

Listing Details

For Sale

Price History

Apr 20, 2025: $60,000 - trade-a-plane

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Asking Price

$60,000