CESSNA 177B

The Cessna 177B Cardinal is a four-seat aircraft with a Lycoming O-360-A1F6 180 hp engine, a constant-speed propeller, and a maximum takeoff weight of 2,500 lbs. It has a top speed of around 157 mph, a maximum service ceiling of 14,600 ft, and a range of approximately 695 to 726 nautical miles. Key features include a 4 ft wide cabin and a useful load of 1,015 lbs.

General characteristics

• Crew: 1
• Capacity: 3 passengers
• Length: 27 ft 8 in (8.43 m)
• Wingspan: 35 ft 6 in (10.82 m)
• Height: 8 ft 7 in (2.62 m)
• Wing area: 174 sq ft (16.2 m²)

Weights

• Empty weight: 1,495 lb (678 kg)
• Max takeoff weight: 2,500 lb (1,134 kg)
• Useful load: 1,015 lb
• Max useful load with full fuel: 685 lb

Performance

• Maximum speed: 136 kn (157 mph, 252 km/h)
• Normal cruise speed: 124 kn (143 mph, 230 km/h)
• Range: 604 nmi (695 mi, 1,119 km) to 726 nm
• Service ceiling: 14,600 ft (4,500 m)
• Rate of climb: 840 ft/min (4.3 m/s)
• Stall speed: 46 KIAS

Powerplant

• Engine: 1 x Lycoming O-360-A1F6
• Horsepower: 180 hp (130 kW)
• Propeller: McCauley Constant Speed

Other specifications

• Fuel capacity: 50 gallons / 330 lbs
• Cabin width: 4 ft
• Baggage capacity: 120 lb