1977 Cessna A185F – N520VA

1977 Cessna A185F – N520VA

Aircraft Summary​

SALE PENDING – Presenting a rare opportunity for backcountry enthusiasts:  a low-time, highly modified 1977 Cessna A185F Skywagon that serves as the ultimate project for a custom, high-performance build.  Upgraded Continental IO-550.  TTAF 2701, SFRM 23. Standard Avionics.  Factory Float Kit, Provisioned for Hydraulic Wheel Skis, Wing Extensions, Domed Windows, Cleveland Wheels & Brakes, New Odyssey Battery. Standard Avionics. Excellent paint and interior.  Last flown 2007.  Significant equity-building opportunity through a targeted engine restoration.

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Aircraft Summary​

SALE PENDING – Presenting a rare opportunity for backcountry enthusiasts:  a low-time, highly modified 1977 Cessna A185F Skywagon that serves as the ultimate project for a custom, high-performance build.  Upgraded Continental IO-550.  TTAF 2701, SFRM 23. Standard Avionics.  Factory Float Kit, Provisioned for Hydraulic Wheel Skis, Wing Extensions, Domed Windows, Cleveland Wheels & Brakes, New Odyssey Battery. Standard Avionics. Excellent paint and interior.  Last flown 2007.  Significant equity-building opportunity through a targeted engine restoration.

• Factory Float Kit
• Provisioned for Hydraulic Wheel Skis
• Empennage Stiffening Kit – 2008
• VG’s 2002
• Seaplanes West Engine/Lord Mount 2007
• Stene Aviation LE Cuff & Aileron Gap Seals 2007
• Research Technology Wing Extension Kit 2006
• Cleveland Wheels & Brakes
• Domed Windows Installed 1999
• New Odyssey Battery

  • Engine Type: Continental IO-550-D18
  • SFRM:                         23
  • Compressions:          From 2007
    • #1-75/80, #2-72/80, #3-78/80,
    • #4-72/80, #5-72/80, #6-74/80
  • Date of Overhaul: 2007
  • Prop: McCauley
  • SNEW: 23
  • Date of Overhaul: 2007
  • Garmin GTX 320A Transponder
  • Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel
  • Garmin GNC 250XL GPS
  • Collins VIR-351 Nav
  • ADF 300

White with Red & Blue Trim (8/10)

Red Cloth Seats (8/10)

  • Useful Load:             1646 lbs
  • Fuel Capacity:             75 gal
  • Approx Fuel Burn: 15 gph
  • Approx Cruise Speed: 142 kts
  • Damage History: Yes
  • Hangared
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