Cessna 175 vs Piper Arrow
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna 175
- For sale now
- 12
- Median asking
- $89,000
- Range
- $35,368–$249,250
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 3
- Source marketplaces
- 7
- Model years available
- 1958–1962
Piper Arrow
- For sale now
- 196
- Median asking
- $134,945
- Range
- $79,053–$243,250
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 71
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1967–2015
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Cessna 175 | Piper Arrow |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 226 | — |
| Serious | 29 | — |
| Fatal | 32 | — |
| Fatalities | 58 | — |
| % Fatal | 14% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 175 | Piper Arrow |
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| Price Range | $35,368 – $249,250 | $79,053 – $243,250 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 125 kts (232 km/h) | 135 kts (250 km/h) |
| Range | 500 nm (926 km) | 720 nm (1,333 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 15,400 ft (4,694 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,350 lbs (1,066 kg) | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) |
| Useful Load | 900 lbs (408 kg) | 940 lbs (426 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 72.0 gal (273 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 9.0 GPH (34 L/h) | 10.5 GPH (40 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,500 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $25,000 | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $15,000 | $18,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $110 | $145 |
| Engines | 1 x Reciprocating | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 175
Fuel$50/hr
Variable$110/hr
Annual Fixed$15,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$37,000/yr
Piper Arrow
Fuel$58/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$47,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 175 or Piper Arrow?
Pick the 175 if…
- Budget matters — from $35,368 vs $79,053, you save ~$43,685.
- Lower operating cost — ~$110/hr vs $145/hr.
Pick the Arrow if…
- Faster cruise — 135 kts vs 125 kts.
- Longer range — 720 nm vs 500 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1967 vs 1958.
- More inventory — 194 listings vs 12.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna 175 or Piper Arrow?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 175 cruises at 125 kts with 500 nm range.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts with 720 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 175: from $79,500.
Piper Arrow: from $109,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 175 and Piper Arrow?
175 engine: Continental GO-300A;GO-300C (175 hp).
Cruise: 125 vs 135 kts.
Range: 500 vs 720 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
175: about $110/hr variable cost.
Arrow: about $145/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
175: 4 seats / 900 lb useful load.
Arrow: 4 seats / 940 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
175: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$25,000.
Arrow: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data