CESSNA 177RG

The Cessna 177RG Cardinal is a single-engine, retractable-gear aircraft with a Lycoming IO-360 engine producing 200 hp. Key specifications include a maximum takeoff weight of 2,800 lbs, a service ceiling of 17,100 ft, and a maximum cruise speed of approximately 143 knots (157 mph). It can carry a pilot and three passengers and has a useful load of 1,035 lbs.

General characteristics

• Crew: 1
• Passengers: 3–4
• Powerplant: 1 x Lycoming IO-360-A1B6D air-cooled flat-4 engine, 200 hp
• Propeller: McCauley Constant Speed
• Wingspan: 35 ft 7.2 in (10.86 m)
• Length: 27 ft 3.6 in (8.32 m)
• Height: 8 ft 8.4 in (2.65 m)
• Empty Weight: 1,765 lbs
• Max Takeoff Weight: 2,800 lbs
• Fuel Capacity: 61 gallons
• Useful Load: 1,035 lbs
• Baggage Capacity: 120 lbs

Performance

• Maximum Speed: 136 kn (157 mph, 252 km/h)
• Cruise Speed: 124 kn (143 mph, 230 km/h)
• Service Ceiling: 17,100 ft (4,500 m)
• Rate of Climb: 925 ft/min
• Takeoff Distance (ground roll): 890 ft
• Landing Distance (ground roll): 730 ft
• Maximum Range: 888 nm