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The Model 172 was the first in a series of aircraft
which was to become the most widely produced type of all time. Derived
from the Model 170, the Model 172 featured a tricycle undercarriage and
redesigned fin. The Model 172A (994 built) was introduced in 1959 and
featured a swept fin. The Model 172B (989 built) had a number of changes
including a shorter undercarriage, deeper fuselage, redesigned engine
cowling and new windshield. This model and all subsequent models were
also available as the Cessna 172 Skyhawk which was a deluxe version with
wheel spats and special paint finish. The Model 172C (810 built)
featured cosmetic improvements.
C-FZBZ
c/n 28494
USA
4 seat light aircraft first flown in 1955
Engine: 145hp(108kW) Continental O-300-C
Length: 25’0"(7.62m)
Height: 9’2"(2.79m)Wingspan: 36’0"(10.97m)
No.built: 3757 Range: 620miles(997km)
Cruising speed: 100mph(160kmh) Empty weight: 1269lb(576kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 2200lb(998kg)
C-GHJA
c/n 36877
Illustrated below is another example of
an early production Cessna 172 in taildragger configuration.
C-FJJN
c/n 36835
A Cessna 172A is illustrated below.
C-FZAB
c/n 47167
Illustrated below is an example of a Cessna 172B Skyhawk.
CF-MKU
c/n 48103
A Cessna 172C is shown below.
N1860Y
c/n 49460
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