1975 Cessna 185F
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Hiller Aviation Brokerage Consulting brings to market this 1975 Cessna A185F A proven, well-documented Cessna A185F (currently on a part 135 certificate) - Powered by an overhauled Continental IO-520-D with 431 hours SMOH and an overhauled Hartzell three-blade prop, this aircraft is ready to work. Equipped with long-range fuel tanks, Horton STOL kit, Wing "X" extensions, and a capable panel including the Garmin GNC 250XL and uAvionix AV-30C. Purchase assistance and delivery available. AIRFRAME: TTAF: 7,653 Hours Useful Load (on floats): 1,464 lbs ' Useful Load (on wheels): 1,771 lbs Empty Weight (on floats): 2,061 lbs ' Empty Weight (on wheels): 1,753 lbs Max Gross Weight: 3,525 lbs Alaska Bush Wheels/8.50×10 Michelin Condor Tires (installed April 2026) PK 3500C Straight Floats with P-Ponk Gear Kit (Available) Horton STOL Kit Wing "X" STOL Extensions (Wing Extensions) Long Range Fuel Tanks Wheelen Anti-Collision Beacon Observation Window Sky Lights Step, Handles, and BAS Tail Handles Ski Brackets Leather seats: Atlee Dodge 2nd-Row Passenger Seats, Rear Bench Seat (3rd Row) Strip and painted in 2014 ENGINE: Continental IO-520-D Overhauled by Alaskan Aircraft Engines, Anchorage AK (October 2022) SMOH: 431 Hours ' TBO: 1,700 hrs / 12 years Slick Magnetos Skytec Starter (replaced 2022) PROP: Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/8468A-6R Overhauled by A.C. Propeller Service, Seattle WA (January 2023) SMOH: 431 Hours ' TBO: 2,400 hrs / 72 months Aerotech PCU-5000 Governor AVIONICS: King/Bendix KX 155 Nav/Com Garmin GNC 250XL Nav/Com/GPS King/Bendix KT 76A Mode C Transponder uAvionix AV-30C uAvionix Skybeacon TSO ADS-B Out Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel ACK E04 ELT - 406 MHz Disclaimer: The Seller and Agent provide the information herein solely to assist prospective buyers in their evaluation of the aircraft. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. All specifications, equipment, features, times, statuses, and conditions are the sole responsibility of the Buyer to verify prior to closing. Neither Seller nor Agent shall be held liable for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions discovered after closing, nor are they obligated to provide any equipment, features, inspections, or other considerations beyond what is expressly agreed upon. All aircraft, equipment, and prices are subject to change without notice, and are subject to prior sale, withdrawal from the market, or unavailability.
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Hiller Aviation Consulting
trade-a-plane.com
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$249,000
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— | Jun 09, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
aircraftforsale.com
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$249,000
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Washington | Jun 09, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 185F
This 1975 Cessna 185F (N103AM) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 7,653 hours on the airframe. There are currently 14 185F aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $190,000 to $450,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $249,000.
The 185F cruises at 145 kts (269 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15.5 GPH (59 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $85/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $175/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 7,653 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 185F — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N103AM.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Location not available
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N103AM against the NTSB accident database.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 185F
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
UPON INSPECTION AND CLEANING OF THE ABI 3413-01K TAIL WHEEL FORK ASSY, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED. PHOTOS UPON REQUEST.
MOUNTED IN THE RT FRONT POSITION, FOUND BROKEN DURING OIL CHANGE.
INSTALLED NEW ACORN WELDING LTD. EXHAUST STACKS AND MUFFLER ON FACTORY NEW IO-550D ENGINE. BOTH EXHAUST STACKS CRACKED WITHIN 60 HOURS; REPLACED BOTH STACKS WITH NEW ACORN STACKS; ONE OF THE NEW STACKS CRACKED (1" HOLE) WITHIN 30 HOURS. REMOVED FRO...
WHILE EXECUTING A WHEEL LANDING ON RWY 29 AT AWO, UPON TOUCH DOWN THE AIRCRAFT BEGAN A GENTLE DRIFT TO THE RIGHT WHICH COULD NOT BE CORRECTED WITH LEFT BRAKE OR LEFT RUDDER. THE AIRCRAFT CONTINUED TO TURN TO THE RIGHT, EXITED THE RUNWAY ONTO THE GRAS...
THE AIRCRAFT CABIN HEADLINER WAS REMOVED FOR MAINTENANCE. AFTER REMOVAL, SEVERE INTERGRANULAR CORROSION WAS FOUND ON THE CARRY THROUGH SPAR. THIS RENDERED THE SPAR UNAIRWORTHY AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. AFTER FURTHER INVESTIGATION, IT WAS DISCOVERED ...
CRACKS WERE DISCOVERED IN BOTH LH AND RH TAILWHEEL STEERING BELLCRANK BRACKETS DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION. PN-0712039-1. THESE BRACKETS HOLD THE BELLCRANK THAT COMBINES THE INPUT FOR AIR RUDDER AND TAIL WHEEL STEERING. CRACKS ORIGINATED IN BOTH BRACKE...
THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS.
THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS.
THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS.
THE SURFACE OF THE LIFTER THAT CONTACT THE CAMSHAFT ARE SPALLED AND CORRODED. REPLACED THE LIFTERS.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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