It’s important to know your airplane before you fly. A study of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook is necessary before you have the proper knowledge to act as pilot in command. Be careful that you have the specific serial numbered POH for your 1974 Cessna 172M. The only way to obtain an FAA approved POH for your specific aircraft is through the manufacturer.
Beginning with the basic performance and specifications from the POH:
GROSS WEIGHT – 2300 lbs
SPEED:
Top Speed at Sea Level – 140 mph
Cruise 75% Power at 8000 ft. – 135 mph
RANGE:
Cruise, 75% Power at 8000 ft, 48 gallons no reserve – 795 mi, 5.9 hrs, 135 mph
Maximum Range at 10,000 ft, 48 gallons no reserve – 870 mi, 7.5 hrs, 116 mph
RATE OF CLIMB AT SEA LEVEL – 645 fpm
SERVICE CEILING – 13,100 ft
TAKE OFF:
Ground Run – 865 ft
Total Distance Over 50 Foot Obstacle – 1525 ft
LANDING:
Ground Roll – 520 ft
Total Distance Over 50 Foot Obstacle – 1250 ft
STALL SPEED:
Flaps Up, Power Off – 57 mph
Flaps Down, Power Off – 49 mph
EMPTY WEIGHT (Approximate) – 1300 lbs
USEFUL LOAD (Approximate) – 1000 lbs
BAGGAGE – 120 lbs
WING LOADING – 13.2 Pounds/Sq Ft
POWER LOADING – 15.3 Pounds/HP
FUEL CAPACITY: Total
Optional Long Range Tanks – 52 gal
OIL CAPACITY – 8 qts Total
PROPELLER – Fixed Pitch, 75 inches
ENGINE – 150 Rated HP at 2700 RPM Lycoming O-320-E2D
This particular POH covers both the Cessna 1974 172M and the the Reims/Cessna F172 Skyhawk so, it’s important to be certain that you’re using the correct numbers.
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What is the standard prop for O-320-E2D motor. Pitch in degrees.
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